Tuesday, 5 February 2013

Available services


 am wondering if you can help me.
I am a disabled student and have a L&TSA which states:
The Learning Resource Centre (Library) at the University of Bedfordshire
Notes for Student
As a student who has declared a disability, you have assistive status. This allows you access to a range of additional support available from the Learning Resource Centres
  • Academic Liaison Librarians are subject specialists who can answer your research queries and questions and teach you how to use the resources effectively. To find out who your Academic Liaison Librarian is check the list:-
· I understand that information on how to use the Library and its associated resources can be found on the University of Bedfordshire’s Library web pages http://www.beds.ac.uk/studentlife/library (includes Putteridgebury and hospital education centres)

At my previous university I was allowed to borrow books for a longer period due to the time it takes me to read and study sections. Is this the case within this university?
Also can you advise me as to the additional support which is available as to the statement above.

Thank you for your enquiry. Welcome to the University of Bedfordshire.
 
There is a wealth of information available to you both in person and on-line. Details of the range of services available for Assistive students from Learning Resources appear in our Handbook and on our web pages. I would advise you to look through that information so you are aware of what is available to you
 
In answer to your specific query. University of Bedfordshire does not offer extended loan periods. You are however entitled to unlimited renewals (unless the item is requested by another customer). Fines will be waived but other associated sanctions will apply.
This means that you must remember to renew your books on time ie when they become due. Renewals are automated so please dial
01582 743262
 
Your course is supported by Janine Bhandol - Academic Liaison Librarian
she will help you by email or on a 121 basis with any research queries you may have.
Janine has created support pages on LRWeb for your course and you may find these useful
 
If you have any computer skills that need updating/refreshing our Computer Skills Training (CST) team run workshops on a regular basis at Luton and Bedford Campuses
why not check out the timetable to see if anything catches your eye? In the meantime they have also created a series of on-line guides which may be helpful to you
 
Our Professional Academic Development (PAD) team can help you with any writing or numeracy support you require. Their timetable is here
They also offer 121 appointments if you prefer
 
I have tried to answer your question as thoroughly as possible. If you need me to expand further or if I have missed anything out please get back to me