Information for International Students
Welcome to the Library at the University of Bolton. Soon after you arrive you will be offered a Library Induction where you will meet the Library’s International Student Representative,
Steve Crimes| who will explain the various library services available to you.
If at any time after this you need assistance, Steve is available to offer help and support with general enquiries about the Library and its facilities. He is situated in the Library. If he is not at his desk when you call in just ask another member of staff who will tell you when he will be available to help you.
If your enquiry is more detailed and subject specific, he can advise you which Subject Librarian to contact in the Library. Subject Librarians are responsible for a particular academic subject and will be happy to advise you on finding information for your assignments and how to use the full range of print and electronic resources available in your area of study.
Some of the services we provide include:
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borrowing books, access to electronic books, journals and subject databases
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unlimited computer use – email, internet - laptop loan
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leaflets and booklets on IT and study skills, and subject workbooks
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advice on research and looking for information
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use of computers 24 hours a day in the 365 Room, above the Social Learning Zone
Your library representative for international students is Steve Crimes.
01204 903093 
Contact Steve via email|
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General Information
Centre for International Relations
This is situated in the Student Centre based in Chancellor’s Mall. Kay Loxham is the University’s IMMIGRATION and WELFARE OFFICER. Kay and her team provide specialist support and guidance for the University of Bolton’s international students on a wide range of issues from extending your student visa to personal and welfare matters impacting on your studies.
01204 903437 k.j.loxham@bolton.ac.uk|
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International Society
The aim of the society is to bring Bolton's international students and interested UK students together in a social and recreational environment. It's a great way of making new friends and seeing more of the North of England and the rest of the UK.
The society regularly organises trips to places of cultural interest around the UK and to entertainment and social events.
Once a year the society arranges an international evening where students are encouraged to bring along examples of their own cultures and food stuffs so that fellow students and other guests attending the event can enjoy the experience of something different.
01024 903255 international-society@bolton.ac.uk|
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Student Liaison Officers
Each school has its own Student Liaison Officer. They can offer confidential advice and support on a wide range of academic and pastoral issues. These can include writing essays, reports and dissertations, exam and revision techniques, time management and presentation skills. If you have any questions or concerns, need advice or would like some support please email slo@bolton.ac.uk|
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Chaplaincy
Situated at the end of Chancellor’s Mall, the Chaplaincy has space for prayer, worship and reflection. It offers a Quiet Room, Prayer Room and a Resource Area. There are Chaplains and Pastoral Assistants from different traditions and faiths to give pastoral support to students and staff of any faith and none.
Phil Edwards is the University Chaplain and can be contacted in person at the Chaplaincy or by phone/text on 07958 692454. You can also make an appointment to see any of the other Chaplains or Pastoral Assistants on this number or by emailing chaplain@bolton.ac.uk|.
For more details see http://www.bolton.ac.uk/Chaplaincy/Support/|
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Borrowing and Borrower Services
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Undergraduates have a borrowing allowance of ten items.
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Postgraduates have a borrowing allowance of fifteen items.
Please use the library catalogue to check for items in stock. Many items on your reading lists are in high demand. Therefore, if all copies of a book you require are out on loan, please use the reservation system. You can find out how to make a reservation by looking at the following cribsheet:
Many of your high demand core book titles have a 'textbook' library reference only copy for use in the library. Therefore you can use the reference only textbook copy while you are waiting for your reservations to arrive. In addition many titles are available as e-books. Check the library catalogue for e-book titles. You can access e-books at any time both in the library and off-campus.
If you need material that is not kept by the library, you may wish to order items using the Inter-Library Loan (ILL) Service.
Fines are as follows:
3 week loans
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10p per day for first 2 weeks, then 25p per day
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1 week loans
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10p per day for first week, then 25p per day
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3 day loans
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50p per day
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1 day loans
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£1.00 per day
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Desk Reference
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50p per hour
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High Demand Desk Reference
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£5 per hour or part of hour
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Inter-library loans
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50p per day
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High demand
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£5.00 per hour
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Resources and Study Skills
You should pay particular attention to your subject pages for accessing resources relevant to your subject. You will also find help and advice for accessing resources on these pages, for example, a subject workbook and training video screen cast for help accessing electronic resources.
The subject resources pages also give contact details of your subject librarian, who will be please to help you with accessing resources. You can contact your subject librarian in person in the Library or by email or phone.
The study skills pages provide links to help on all aspects of study, for example, writing an essay, referencing, giving a presentation etc.
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Self Service Facilities
Our self-service machines in the Library allow you to
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Issue, return and renew items
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Check your Library account.
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Top up your printing/photocopying credit.
View our full range of self-service facilities.|
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Access to other University Libraries
The Library is a member of many regional and national schemes that allow our students and staff to join other university libraries in the UK.
Various access schemes explained|
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Additional Learning Support and Assistive Technology
The University of Bolton Library is committed to helping people get the most out of its facilities. The link below will direct you to additional services offered to anyone with a disability of any kind.
Additional Learning Support and Assistive Technology|
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Enquiries, Help and Contacts
Library Resources
Workbooks, cribsheets, study skills guides, video tutorials and other resources to help you in your studies
Browse our current range of Library Resources|
BISSTO
(Bolton Interactive Study Skills Tutorial Online)
BISSTO is an easily digested set of tutorials designed to provide all the study skills you need to make the most of your time at the University of Bolton.
Click here to access the BISSTO web site| 
Subject Librarians
If you require help during your course, please contact your Subject Librarian|
General Enquiries
Please do not hesitate to contact us, should you need help or have any questions regarding our services.
List of phone numbers and email links|
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Student Services
Student Services are based in the Student Centre, Eagle Mall at the Eagle Campus. It is staffed by a team of Student Advisors providing information, advice and guidance to students (prospective, current and past) and staff. Student Services will deal with all enquiries about general support services.
Click here to visit the Student Services web site|
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Online Student Record
This link provides access to your individual student record. Here you can view the personal details that the university holds about you and you can update your address, telephone number and personal e-mail address. You can also view your assessment results via an intermediate transcript. You will need your username and password to access this information.
Click here to access your online student record|
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Changing your UoB Password and Username Lookup
To discover your username click the link below and follow the on screen instructions.
Show me my username|
To change your password click the link below and follow the onscreen instructions.
Change my password|
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