Learning Resource Centre (LRC) Induction
The LRC, at the heart of the campus, provides you with both traditional and new library services and is open 7 days a week from 8am to 9pm. You have access to a range of resources in different formats – print and digital – to enable you to complete your studies. The LRC also provides different places to study that accommodate different needs and learning styles.
Accessing Library and IT resources
Once you have matriculated online, using your ÐÔÊӽ紫ý Student number, access to the ÐÔÊӽ紫ý network, including email, e-portfolios, word processing etc. will be enabled. Full details of the process will be set out on .
You must have a current Student ID Smartcard to borrow Library resources. You can request a Smartcard once via the Student Portal once you have completed online matriculation.
Induction Videos
A Liaison Librarian from each subject area has produced a video introducing you to the LRC, which you can view below and find out more about your Liaison Librarian by clicking on their name.
for Media, Communication and Performing Arts
for BEaM & Social Sciences
for Nursing & Paramedic Sciences, Global Health and Dietetics
for Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Speech & Hearing Sciences, Occupational Therapy & Arts Therapy
Need help? Contact LRCHelp@qmu.ac.uk
Help when you arrive
To help you with navigating and using the services provided under the banner of the LRC you will be given help and instruction in using our services. When you come to ÐÔÊӽ紫ý you will be given the opportunity to find out about the LRC in a variety of different ways.
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You will have the opportunity to take part in a Library tour. You will be able to book this at the Helpdesk or online (information will be emailed to you and is available at: )
More help and advice
The Helpdesk is the first place you should go to ask for assistance with IT and using any of the library resources. The Helpdesk Team will be happy to help and will pass on any in-depth enquiry to the appropriate member of staff. Online advice and contact information for your Liaison Librarian can be found at:
Services for students with disabilities
If you are a disabled student, you are entitled to make use of the Assistive Technology Room in the LRC. Student Services will refer you to the LRC for a short induction.
LRC Contacts and Helpdesk
Email LRChelp@qmu.ac.uk or call 0131 474 0000 and ask for the Learning Resource Centre when prompted by the voice activated system.
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If you have any questions that you can't find the answers to on these pages, please click here to visit our useful contacts page and give us a call or drop us an email.
