During the coronavirus outbreak, the computer Laboratory library is regrettably closed. The resources on this page are intended to summarise the services available at this time. Unfortunately without access to the library collections there are limits to the service we can offer at this time. If you have any queries then please contact the librarian or try one of the resources below:

Click and collect service

The University Library has now lauched a service enabling users to request up to five books from the physical collection and then to make an appointment to collect them from the entrance hall of the University Library. This service is still under development and at present is aimed mainly at PhD students. Some information on how the service will work is now available. We regret that it is not yet possible for departmental libraries to provide a similar service.

Scan and deliver service

A similar service to provide access to journal articles has also been launched by the University Library. The service allows users to request a scan of a book chapter or journal article for personal use, subject to copyright restrictions. Additionally, it is now possible to request sections from electronic legal deposit items using this service. Information about the service is available including a link to the request form.

Visit the University Library

If you need to consult material in the main University Library which is not available for loan, then it is now possible to make a visit. Please note that all visits must be booked at least 48 hours ahead, and for a specific time slot. more details, and details of how to book are available.

Other departmental libraries

Some departmental libraries are open on a limited basis with varying restrictions and conditions in place. A useful summary is available.

Book returns

Students who have recently graduated and left the university will be able to return any library books they had on loan by post. This facility will apply to books from the University Library, as well as department ands college libraries. Recent graduates will need to complete this form to request a freepost returns label. If you have recently graduated, you should automatically receive an e-mail about this service. More information is available.

Additional electronic resources

• Additional electronic resources
• Additional resources A-Z Libguide

Recommending resources

• Electronic book recommendations: use the link to the form to recommend an electronic book for purchase

Specific computer science resources

The following titles from the reading list have been made available as electronic books at this time. This list is probably not exhaustive, and contains only those that I definitely know about. You should additionally check one of the A-Z lists above, while some titles are also freely available from one of our resource lists.