• Jisc Next Generation Open Access (OA) programme

    In March 2025, the UK higher education sector, in collaboration with Jisc entered negotiations with 5 publishers, Elsevier, Springer Nature, Taylor & Francis, Wiley and Sage. The aim of the negotiations is to secure agreements that are fair, equitable and that address the evolving needs of UK universities and the research community.

  • Managing research data? What’s it all about?  

    Your research data are an important asset. We can help you manage it, share it and increase your research profile.  We have recently updated the University’s Research Data Management (RDM) policy and our web pages. 

  • Library Collections Diversification Project

    Does the University Library represent you? Read more about the Collection Diversification project and share your feedback in our latest blog.

  • Sage Research Methods and Datasets: Master quantitative and qualitative data analysis with step-by-step guides and sample data

    Sage Research Methods provides guidance on the skills and methodology required at all levels of research, providing material to guide users through each step of the research process.  From writing your research question and choosing a method, to analysing data, writing up and publishing the findings. Resources include a methods map, books, reference works, journal…

  • Exploring Human Anatomy in 3D: Anatomy.tv at Edge Hill University

    In the captivating world of human anatomy and physiology, nothing quite matches the impact of visual representation. Traditional descriptions often struggle to capture the intricate details of anatomical structures and the full range of motion they offer. This is where Anatomy.tv, powered by Primal Pictures, steps in as a true game-changer. At Edge Hill University,…

  • What about summer?

    SPLD Team’s suggested summer activities If you’re currently studying or waiting to join us, there are lots of beneficial activities or tasks you could undertake during the summer months (UK Summer … 21.06 – 23.09). The SPLD advisors have gathered their thoughts to provide some quick-fire ideas for summer tasks. The list is endless but…

  • Did you know…?

    Catalyst has a range of initiatives to contribute to a greener, more sustainable campus. Read on to learn about some of the ways Library and Learning Services teams are working together to make our building more sustainable.

  • Welcome (back) to Catalyst!

    We know it has been a funny couple of years, and those of you who have been here before may not have experienced the building in its full potential. To our new students joining us this academic year, let us tell you all about Catalyst.   Catalyst opened back in Summer 2018 and although we’ve been…

  • Love Your Library

    Did you know know February is national Love Your Library month? To celebrate we want to know what you love about your library whether that be the staff, the books or even the views from the roof garden. Hang your comments on the tree or pop it on a post-it and enter our prize draw…

  • Are you graduating in December?

    If so, Learning Services would like to take this opportunity to wish you all the best in your future accomplishments, be that further study or starting out on your chosen career path. Did you know that you can still access library resources after graduation? Apply for an Alumni membership of the University Library after graduation to access…