New students
New to the library? Here’s how to get started. Discover how to borrow books, connect to Wi-Fi, find our study spaces, and get the support you need.
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The earlier you start using the library, the more it can help you succeed! Students who make the most of library resources are more likely to achieve higher degree results; so why not dive in and give yourself the best start?
Follow these 10 building blocks to help you get started—each one is designed to guide you through the essentials and make the most of everything the library has to offer. We’re always happy to help so please do get in touch.
Library essentials
Attend a Welcome event
IT Essentials at Salford (Online)
Starts: 9 Sep 2025, 2:00 pmFinishes: 9 Sep 2025, 3:00 pmRemaining places: 98This workshop will introduce you to the main IT tools, resources and services you need to get started as a student at the University of Salford. This workshop will be delivered online and can be accessed from here on the day: bit.ly/3yoNHYkMake a Zine [On campus]
Starts: 10 Sep 2025, 11:00 amFinishes: 10 Sep 2025, 12:00 pmVenue: Peel Park Campus, Clifford Whitworth University Library, CW Zine Maker SpaceRemaining places: 20Join our creative zine workshop and meet fellow students, learn about the Library, find out how we can help with your studies and make a zine!IT Essentials at Salford (Online)
Starts: 11 Sep 2025, 11:00 amFinishes: 11 Sep 2025, 12:00 pmRemaining places: 100This workshop will introduce you to the main IT tools, resources and services you need to get started as a student at the University of Salford. This workshop will be delivered online and can be accessed from here on the day: bit.ly/3yoNHYkMake a Zine [On campus]
Starts: 11 Sep 2025, 1:00 pmFinishes: 11 Sep 2025, 2:00 pmVenue: Peel Park Campus, Clifford Whitworth University Library, CW Zine Maker SpaceRemaining places: 20Join our creative zine workshop and meet fellow students, learn about the Library, find out how we can help with your studies and make a zine!Get started with Library Search and searching the web well [Online]
Starts: 8 Oct 2025, 3:00 pmFinishes: 8 Oct 2025, 4:00 pmRemaining places: 50This workshop will show you how to find and use academic information for your assessments.