For more advanced computer graphics or multimedia work, students can use Computing Resource Centres. These skills are useful not only in studying for a degree, but throughout most careers. The Computing Services department runs open-access computing labs which are open to all matriculated students, and provides learning support in basic IT skills plus advice and consultancy on more general computing problems.
Every student is provided with a personal workspace for storing documents and handling email.
You need to bring your account details with you to the computing labs, as you need them to use the computers in the lab and to access services such as printing and email. Email is one of the recognised ways the University uses to communicate with students, and you are advised to check your email regularly, so that you don't miss important information. You are also encouraged to use email for your own correspondence. In this IT age, all students need to use computers in their studies. You'll get most benefit if you learn the necessary IT skills early in your degree course, so do pay a visit to the open-access computing labs as soon as you can.