Facilities
5. The Language Centre Library
6. How to get to the St. Andrew's Building
7. Parking for blue badge holders
9. Open Studies Information Centre Hours
10. St. Andrew's Building Cafe
Glasgow University Library is a rich resource for the University, for the local community and for the many visitors who are welcomed every year. Students who are taking ACE or Certificate of Higher Education courses will be able to gain entry and borrow books using their student ID cards. Students on non-credit bearing courses only will also be eligible to join the library at no additional charge so long as their class runs for three meetings or more; please take your registration letter to the Membership Desk at the entrance on Level 2, where a card will be prepared. Please note that different courses will allow differing rights of access; details of borrowing entitlement will be given when students join the library.
The University Library, Hillhead Street, Glasgow G12 8QE.
Tel: 0141-330 6704 or Fax: 0141-330 4952.
e-mail: library@lib.gla.ac.uk or see web page: www.lib.gla.ac.uk.
John Smith's Bookshop at the University of Glasgow are stockists of the recommended textbooks for DACE customers.
Visit the shop on Level 1 of the Fraser Building, University Avenue, telephone 0141 342 5986, email gu@johnsmith.co.uk or order online at www.jscampus.co.uk/gu.
All Open Studies students receive a 10% discount on required course textbooks instore. Open Studies ID card or course confirmation letter required for discount.
Sport and Recreation aim to get as many students as possible enjoying quality sport and exercise and make it part of their lifestyle while at University.
Whether you are an active participator in sport and recreational activities or would like to take your first steps towards a healthier alternative, they have something for everyone! Their facilities are available seven days a week from early morning to late at night: visit www.glasgow.ac.uk/sport for more detailed information on the facilities available.
There are different categories of access for Open Studies students to join Sport and Recreation. For more information go to www.glasgow.ac.uk/sport call: 0141 330 4540 or e-mail: sport@gla.ac.uk. To find out Sport and Recreation latest news, follow glasgowunisport on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
The University offers a wide range of computing facilities, including web-based e-mail and internet access, to all registered students. The Computing Service runs the Common Student Computing Environment (CSCE) and provides drop-in cluster facilities in the University Library and Reading Room, with a dedicated Student Helpdesk to deal with CSCE queries at both locations
The CSCE is a standard computer set-up designed to make life easier for you. Wherever you go around the campus, and whatever computer you use, you should find that the CSCE offers you the same basic programs and set-up, so you will know what to do. The Service can also provide you with advice on what type of PC to purchase if you intend to use your own computer. For further information see the Computing Service website: www.gla.ac.uk/services/computing, or for general enquiries email: helpdesk@compserv.gla.ac.uk or tel: 0141 330 0432 or visit: level 3 of the Library, room 325.
5. The Language Centre Library
The Language Centre Library is located in spacious premises on the ground floor of the Hetherington Building in Bute Gardens.
It stocks a wide selection of course books and their associated cassettes/CDs, dictionaries, grammars, talking books, feature films and documentaries on DVD and video, newspapers and magazines, most of which may be borrowed for one week. For self study, the library is equipped with DVD, video, CD and cassette players and receives television programmes in nine different languages. Opening times are displayed at the Library and on their website at www.glasgow.ac.uk/langcent. Open Studies students wishing further information about the library should make contact in person or by e-mail: lc-librarian@arts.gla.ac.uk. The Language Centre Library, University of Glasgow, Hetherington Building, Bute Gardens, Glasgow G12 8RS.
6. How to get to the St. Andrew's Building
If you are arriving by car, please be aware that parking is metered in the streets around the University, including the St Andrew's Building. Blue badge holders should see the note below. There are bus stops (bus numbers 44 and 44A) just outside the St Andrew's Building, on Woodlands Road and Eldon Street. Alternatively, it is only a short walk from the nearest bus stops on Great Western Road. Kelvinbridge Underground Station on Great Western Road is a five minute walk away. The following link will allow you access to a map of the University campus:
http://www.gla.ac.uk/media/media_1887_en.pdf
7. Parking for blue badge holders
Please note that there are designated parking bays available in the small car park at the front of the St. Andrew's Building, available on a first come, first served basis. To register your requirement to use one of these bays, or other bays elsewhere on campus, please contact Irene Vezza on 0141 330 1823 or at irene.vezza@glasgow.ac.uk.
Please note that the University of Glasgow has a 'No Smoking' policy, and smoking is only allowed in designated areas.
9. Open Studies Information Centre Hours
During semester/term time:
Monday to Thursday 08.45-20.00
Friday 08.45-16.45
Saturday 09.30-13.30
Although these hours are applicable during semesters/terms, it would be advisable to check that the Centre is open before making a special journey.
Out with semester/term time:
Monday to Friday 08.45-16.45
For telephone and personal enrolment hours please refer to How to book.
10. St. Andrew's Building Cafe
The St. Andrew's Building Cafe is open daily from 08.30 to 15.00 during semester, commencing 19 September 2011.
There are vending machines and seating areas available day and evening as well as many local cafes available to serve evening students.