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Facilities
Library

The Sir Albert Sloman Library currently holds over 850,000 books, pamphlets and microforms. The opening hours are amongst the longest in the UK - 84 hours a week during term time. It is light and airy, and provides ideal conditions for quiet study wsome 1,020 reader places.

Language Study Facilities

A variety of language courses are available in French, German,
Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish, at a variety of proficiency levels.
Computers and Networks

Students have access to a range of computing facilities, some of them open 24 hours, and all connected to the Internet; all campus study bedrooms have network connections, and there is a dial-up services for students in private accommodation.

English Language Teaching Centre

The Centre offers nine-month courses in English for Academic
Purposes; Pre-sessional English Language courses; free English language courses for students taking a full-time academic course and for the dependants of overseas students.
 
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Health Centre and Nursery

There is a Health Centre situated on campus, with attending nursing staff and regular surgeries run by local GPs. The University also boasts one of the largest purpose-built Day Nurseries of any British university, providing 121 places for the children of students and staff.

Careers Service

There is an extensive careers programme covering application processes, occupational areas and information on postgraduate study. Regular visits by employers are arranged for advice and recruitment, and there is an up-to-date Careers Information Library.

Student JobShop

The Student JobShop was established in 1996 to find part-time and vacation work opportunities for students with local employers. This successful scheme not only helps to supplement student finances, but also allows them to demonstrate 'transferable skills' which can improve their long-term job prospects.