Library and Learning Services (LLS) can provide help with various aspects of academic study. The library is open seven days, offering a range of timely and accessible learning support delivered online and face-to-face – embedded within courses or as personalised help.
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Learning Development
The University’s Learning Development team offers one-to-one sessions, telephone or e-tutorials, drop in sessions, bespoke workshops for groups of students. Learning Development also provides study packs, Infographics, videos and rough guides on all academic skills including statistics, essay writing, critical analytical writing, dissertations and numeracy.
Academic Librarians
The Academic Librarians can help you locate and find academic resources for your assignments and study via drop-in sessions or appointments.
Customer Service Team
These are the front of house team, who can help you locate resources and use the library.
We appreciate that some students may find using library services overwhelming, particularly if they have a disability, medical condition, specific learning difference or are experiencing personal or mental health issues. Our staff are welcoming and knowledgeable. Their primary aim is to enable, support and enhance your use of the library and our range of resources, facilities and services so please ask if you need any help.
If you feel your needs are complex and you require more tailored support in order to make the best use of library services then please contact LLS.support@northampton.ac.uk.
Skills Hub
The Skills Hub is where you can find a range of resources including guides, tutorials and videos to help you with your academic study. It’s open for students, staff and the community.
Accessing books/journals/NELSON
The Academic Librarians can help you access resources for your assignments. You can book an appointment with them or drop by for some quick help in their drop-in sessions.
NELSON
Northampton Electronic Search Online (NELSON) is a useful tool that you can use to search for e-books, books, journal articles and other resources that will help you with your assignments. You can access NELSON from any computer with an internet connection.
For an introduction on how to use NELSON, please watch this brief video.