News and information for all postgraduate researchers at the University of York.
In the Library we’ve changed how study space bookings work based on student feedback. We now have a blended approach, with some spaces remaining bookable and some not. The Morrell 2nd floor, Fairhurst 1st floor and Burton 1st floor are areas where booking is required, as are all Single and Group Study Rooms. The rest … Continue reading A new approach to booking study space in the Library
The Library has published an update about opening hours and support over the winter break. A library timeline for the vacation
All postgraduate researchers have a responsibility to properly manage the data they create, collect or use during the course of their research. Get to grips with the principles and practice of good research data management by completing the RDM 101 online tutorial in the VLE.
Digital Skills Training Want some guidance on anything from setting up your thesis in Microsoft Word to getting creative with data processing and visualisation? Check out our full list of free digital skills training (or browse SkillsForge). Resources to help you Known for its bountiful game changing tips and support, the Skills Guides have support for critical reading, referencing, web development, Google Apps and much … Continue reading Autumn 2021: Skills guides and training
Does digital help you solve problems, break barriers, get creative… or something else? Now, more than ever, it’s important to make the most of approaches for working, teaching and communicating together digitally. All are welcome to submit to the University’s annual Digital Collaboration conference, held in association with the White Rose University Consortium, on 7 … Continue reading Digital Collaboration 2021: call for contributions
There are currently several hundred socially-distanced single study spaces available to book across the Library and other University buildings, the majority of which can be reserved via the Study Space Bookings Calendar. We know this is a busy time so we’re increasing the locations for individual study on an ongoing basis. Here’s what you need to … Continue reading HOW TO: Book study spaces
From Monday 15 March, the Library will be open from 8am until 12 midnight, seven days a week. Starting Monday 29 March, staff and students will be able to access the Rare Books collections and the Archives from Monday to Wednesday. The intention is to reopen King’s Manor Library from mid-April and the physical Help … Continue reading Library: extended opening hours from Monday
Library services will continue during the lockdown and the main buildings on Campus West will remain open with reduced hours. Find out all the details of what you can do, where you can visit, and how you can help us all stay as safe as possible. Library update – services during lockdown
International Open Access Week takes place this week and provides an opportunity to discuss and promote all aspects of open research, from preregistration, protocols and citizen science through to preprint sharing, open access publishing and open data. Check out the Library’s Open Research Practical Guide for more information on open research and consider joining the #york-open-research Slack channel where … Continue reading Open Access Week
From today, the Library Cafe is now open for takeaway drinks and food – though with a reduced menu and reduced opening times. It’s currently open 10am-4pm. Find out more