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Complete IT Essentials at Salford - Begin with this collection of information and videos on getting connected to some of the IT systems, services and resources at Salford.
Complete our bitesize eLearning - With information about independent learning, teaching methods, support and much more, we’ve got you covered.
Attend a Library Welcome event - Learn about the services and resources available to support you throughout your studies.
1. Complete IT Essentials
What is covered:
- get connected to the IT systems, services and resources at Salford
- includes the Student Hub, Blackboard, and Microsoft 365 and its tools.
Choose between eLearning or watching an on-demand webinar.
2. Complete our bitesize eLearning
3. Attend a Library Welcome event
The Library is an essential foundation for study success. In additional to books, it provides a range of support and resources to help you succeed at Salford.
Come along to one of our welcome events to learn about the Library services and resources available to you, and how they will help you with your studies.
- Events are FREE to attend.
- Booking is not required.
IT Essentials at Salford (Online)
Starts: 6 Jan 2025, 11:00 amFinishes: 6 Jan 2025, 12:00 pmRemaining places: 97This 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. Join the workshop on the day here: bit.ly/3OSL1H7Discover Your Library (Online)
Starts: 7 Jan 2025, 11:00 amFinishes: 7 Jan 2025, 11:45 amRemaining places: 99Discover the Library and meet fellow students. Learn about the free Library services and resources available. Find out how they will help your studies. Join the workshop on the day here: bit.ly/3ZNdUuuMake a Zine! (On campus)
Starts: 8 Jan 2025, 11:00 amFinishes: 8 Jan 2025, 12:00 pmVenue: Peel Park Campus, Clifford Whitworth University Library, CW Zine Maker SpaceRemaining places: 19Join us at our creative zine workshop where you can meet fellow students, learn about the Library and find out how we can help with your studies. The best bit is that you can make a zine and take it away with you!IT Essentials at Salford (Online)
Starts: 8 Jan 2025, 1:00 pmFinishes: 8 Jan 2025, 2:00 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. Join the workshop on the day here: bit.ly/3VxmZ8eDiscover Your Library (Online)
Starts: 9 Jan 2025, 5:00 pmFinishes: 9 Jan 2025, 5:45 pmRemaining places: 100Discover the Library and meet fellow students. Learn about the free Library services and resources available. Find out how they will help your studies. Join the workshop on the day here: bit.ly/3D6Mln3Make a Zine! (On campus)
Starts: 10 Jan 2025, 11:00 amFinishes: 10 Jan 2025, 12:00 pmVenue: Peel Park Campus, Clifford Whitworth University Library, CW Zine Maker SpaceRemaining places: 20Join us at our creative zine workshop where you can meet fellow students, learn about the Library and find out how we can help with your studies. The best bit is that you can make a zine and take it away with you!Discover Your Library (Online)
Starts: 15 Jan 2025, 5:00 pmFinishes: 15 Jan 2025, 5:45 pmRemaining places: 100Discover the Library and meet fellow students. Learn about the free Library services and resources available. Find out how they will help your studies.IT Essentials at Salford (Online)
Starts: 16 Jan 2025, 5:00 pmFinishes: 16 Jan 2025, 6:00 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.IT Essentials at Salford (Online)
Starts: 5 Feb 2025, 1:30 pmFinishes: 5 Feb 2025, 2:30 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. Join the workshop on the day here: bit.ly/3OSL1H7