The first few weeks at University are hectic, it’s easy to miss a session or arrive late while you’re still finding your bearings. If you missed your library induction don’t worry. We have everything here that you need to catch up…
Library induction recap
If you missed or wish to re-watch the Library induction event, we have a recording available.
Download a transcript of this video
Take a self-guided tour
You can take a self-guided tour around Augustine House to help you get your bearings. The starting point is at the entrance to Augustine House, simply pick up a map and scan the QR code on the front. This will take you through to the self-guided orientation. You’ll learn about the services, facilities and resources we provide, answering questions along the way.
You can also take a self-guided tour of the Drill Hall Library. It works in a very similar way. Access the self-guided orientation and take the tour. You’ll learn about the services, facilities and resources we provide, answering questions at set intervals.
Book a tour of Augustine House
Would you prefer to be shown around Augsitine House instead? From Academic Development week onwards (w/c 23 October) you can book yourself onto a tour. You’ll have the choice to join a tour with other students (a good opportunity to meet others) or 1:1 if crowds aren’t your thing.
Bite-sized videos
You can watch a series of more bite-size videos too:
- Using LibrarySearch to find a book – https://youtu.be/3sMU77EBo6s
- Using the moving shelved in Augustine House – https://youtu.be/VBH492T7HLk
- Using the self-issue and self-return machines https://youtu.be/vDFi7muaMzM
- Welcome to the CCCU Bookshop https://youtu.be/GZJVdCTBhN0
- Introduction to the Learning Skills Hub https://youtu.be/I6QO5v7hZZk
You can also watch our welcome video for Augustine House that you may have seen on the Welcome Hub:
Learning Skills Hub
Take a look at the Getting Started Modules on the Learning Skills Hub. Modules include
- Transitioning to university study
- Time management
- Online learning skills
- Effective online research
- Using LibrarySearch
- Introduction to referencing
- The International Student Success Programme
If you still need support, remember you can contact your Learning Skills Team through the Learning Skills Hub as well.
Discover Your Library blog series
Take a look through our Discover Your Library blogs:
- Discover your library – Studying at Medway
- Discover Your Library: Find your resources
- Discover Your Library: Borrowing Your Resources
- Discover Your Library: Know your study space
- Discover Your Library: LibrarySearch Top Ten Tips
Essential Links
The essential links you need to get started with the Library are:
- Library Services – https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/library-services
- Drill Hall Library, Medway – https://campus.medway.ac.uk/
- LibrarySearch – https://ulms.ent.sirsidynix.net.uk/client/en_GB/CCCU
- Library Subject guides – https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/guides/library/library-guides-a-z-by-subject
- Learning Skills Hub – https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/learning-skills-hub
Need help?… Just ASK!
If you have any questions about the library services, resources, spaces or facilities, please contact us.