Key Facts
- The Library is open 24/7
- Over 500,000 books, 20,000 electronic journals and 18,000 journals
- Subject specialist librarians
- More than 1,500 PCs available to use across campus
- IT training courses available
Library and Computing
Our modern IT and library facilities give you access to excellent learning resources, which are vital to your studies.
The Library
The Library is situated at the heart of the campus and is open 24 hours a day, every day. It has over 1,200 study spaces arranged for group work and private study.
You can access our catalogue online, check for available PCs, renew books and ask a librarian questions from the library homepage.
We have extensive 24 hour photocopying, scanning and printing services.
During your first semester you will attend an introductory session on using the Library's services and resources.
Computing Services
The University of Bath Computing Services (BUCS) will issue you with a computer username and password before you join the University. This will allow you to use the PCs available across campus and access your email and other software you might need for your course.
There is wireless internet access available from virtually all public areas of campus, and internet access is provided in all on campus accommodation.
Help and Advice
We have a friendly help desk located in the Library where you can bring your computing queries, or you can use the online help service.
Computer Shop
The computer shop is located in the Library and sells PC software, hardward and accessories. As it's a non-profit making service, you will often find excellent discounts on many products.
IT Training
BUCS provides IT training courses for undergraduates. Their facilities include a fully equipped video conferencing suite and recently updated TV studio.
