Welcome to UWS Library
Everything you need to know to help you get started using the Library:
UWS Library (2024) Welcome to the UWS Library Website. Available at: https://youtu.be/OWDUFL9IhIA (Accessed: 12 August 2024)
Library Skills Online
Our Library Skills Online sessions are a great way to learn more about the Library and develop key skills to help you during your time at UWS and beyond.
See the link below to book a session.
Student card
All enrolled students are issued a digital ID card.
Your student ID card is also your Library card.
All cards have a barcode, you will need this to take print resources (books and journals) out on loan.
Scan the barcode from your ID card at the Self-service kiosks on campus to issue books to your Library account.
- UWS Student appDownload the UWS Student app to get your student ID card and access to more University services. You can also access the site on your laptop.
Academic Librarian Support
The Academic Librarian team are here to support you during your time at UWS; you can meet the team here; look out for a Library session led by one of our Academic Librarians during one of your lectures.
Appointments are available for individuals or small groups online (face to face requests will be considered).
Finding us
There is a Library on each campus:
| Campus | Location |
|---|---|
| Ayr | Across the bridge from main reception |
| Dumfries | Within the Dumfries & Galloway College Building |
| Lanarkshire | Level 0 (ground floor), Building 2 |
| London | Adjacent to main reception |
| Paisley | Levels 2 & 3 (first and second floor), Robertson Trust Building |
SCONUL Access Scheme
SCONUL Access
SCONUL Access is a scheme which allows many university library users to use study spaces or books and journals at other libraries which belong to the scheme. Some library users may be able to borrow print books from other libraries too.
You can read more information and apply on the SCONUL Access scheme home page.
Using our resources
UWS Library have a wide-range of online resources that are available 24/7. Start your search of our collection including online options on One Search - remember to sign-in.
If you would like help accessing resources or discovering how to get the most out of what’s on offer, please read our selection of Library Guides. Library Guides are help guides to our online databases, subject resources, and much more.
Important info
University guidance:
It is recommended that students download the Safe Zone App to a mobile device. This is a free safety app with an emergency and first aid alert function. The app can be downloaded from your usual app store.
Keep in touch
Check our webpage and follow us on X for the latest updates.
Any questions you have please get in touch!
Contact Us
Here's our contact details:
- login to UWS Portal and click on Library: search FAQs or 'Log a Call'
- email library@uws.ac.uk
- phone 0141 848 3888
If you would like to speak to someone come to the Library Info Point during staffed hours.
