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Partner Colleges

Library Support for students at Partner Colleges
Mae'r canllaw hon hefyd ar gael yn Gymraeg

Using USW Library Q & A

If you are on a USW franchised course at one of our partner colleges you are welcome to use both our physical and online libraries. 
Your home college library will provide all the print resources you need for your course. You also have access to the University library's wide range of ebooks and online resources. 

Here are the answers to some key questions. If you have further questions please use the Library chat service or contact us. 

  1. Can I join the library?
    Yes! As a student at one of our partner colleges you are automatically a member of USW library and are welcome to use any campus library. You will get your Student ID card (which is also your library card) after you have enrolled. 

  2. What can I borrow from USW libraries?
    You can borrow up to 25 items at one time. Books can be borrowed from any USW campus library and you can also return your books to any USW campus library.
     
  3. Do I have unlimited access to USW online materials?
    Yes, all ebooks, databases and online journals are accessible on or off campus. The only database not available outside the UK is Box of Broadcasts. You will need to set up your USW IT account to access online materials. See below for details on setting up your IT account. 
     
  4. Can I use USW library facilities?
    Yes, we have a range of study spaces over four campuses. We offer collaborative, silent, and quiet spaces, plus bookable pods, and rooms. Please bring your Student ID card to access campus facilities. 
     
  5. Where can I get help and support?
    The first place to go is your home college library. This guide provides an overview of the resources available from USW Library and includes films and guidance on how to use them. Everyone is welcome to join our Future Ready Students webinars which are aimed at helping you improve your grades by making good use of library resources.  You can also use our Library chat service or contact USW Library and USW Study Skills directly for further advice and support. 

USW IT account

Setting up your IT account

As a student in a partner institution studying a USW accredited course you will have a USW IT account.

To access USW Library online resources you will need to use your USW username and password. 

Your username, which is your USW email address and a temporary password will be provided in your enrolment email.

Email Address: 12345678@students.southwales.ac.uk

Password: (This will be 15 characters if you have not set it before)

 

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) 

The set-up procedure includes adding two of the following: your mobile number, personal email address or completing a set of security questions.


More information can be found on the IT Services website. 

Computers and Printing

Setting up your IT Account

To access all the online library facilities you will need to set up your IT account. 

We have increased the security on your USW IT student account. This includes enabling Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) providing extra protection for your IT account, for details on how to set up your account go to  IT Induction.

Help and Support
Ask at the Advice Zone Desk in the library if you need help with IT.
You can also contact IT directly.

Tel: 01443 482882
Website:https://its.southwales.ac.uk

The WiFi network is called eduroam.

eduroam is an international WiFi network used around academic and research institutions.

To connect to eduroam follow these instructions.

Printing, photocopying and scanning

Your print account is created automatically as part of your Student IT account.

You can add credit to your account in the Treforest print shop or online.

You can also print from your own devices.

Printing Charges

 5p  – A4 black and white
10p – A3 black and white
20p – A4 colour
40p – A3 colour

Scanning is free

Find out more on the USW Print and Design website.