“The Library is situated on the Folly Lane campus up the stairs behind reception.”

“The library is a wonderful space to research artists, materials, galleries, techniques & images of all kinds..”

“...or meet friends, read newspapers & just catch up with your correspondence..”

OPENING HOURS

Mon – Thurs: 8.45 – 6.30

Fridays: 8.45 – 4.15

“The student card you receive when enrolling is also your library card. You will need this card to join the library.”

“The student card you receive when enrolling is also your library card. You will need this card to join the library.”

“The library has an online catalogue that you can access from any computer. The catalogue enables you to search the library collection”

“You can also borrow items from The College of Technology library next door.”

“You may wish to join the City Library in Broad Street, directly opposite the cathedral.

Their catalogue is online too”

“Before accessing any

library computer you will

need your personal log-in ID

from the IT Suite. The library

has a wireless connection for

laptops &c”

“There is an out-of-hours

drop-off box outside the

library. You can return any

library items here”

“Just outside the library

are two colour

photocopiers, one of which

is a printer/copier.”

“A Library Shop sells basic

artist’s materials such as

paper, pens, sketchbooks,

paints etc. at special

discount prices for HCA

students.”

Shop

“We also sell lab coats,

display portfolios, ear plugs,

book binding equipment,

memory sticks &c.”

“The shop is open the same

hours as the library.

We accept debit card

payments for transactions of

£5.00 or over.”

“The Library has a wide

range of

magazines stretching right

across the

spectrum of Art & Design.”

“So that you can be sure to

find it in, the LATEST COPY of

each magazine is reference

only.”

“Back copies are loanable

for one week.”

“Magazines are an invaluable

source of information on

contemporary artists, exhibitions,

fashion &c. Informatuion you will

be expected to know at any

forthcoming interviews”

“The library has a large

collection of DVDs including

new and classic films,

performing arts, art & design,

animation & documentaries”

DVDs

“DVDs are free to borrow on

a 1-week loan but there is a

fine of 50p a day if they are

returned late.”

“The HCA library has a LibraryThing page where you can see a selection of new books.

“We also have a Facebook page where you can catch up on Library updates, links to online resources, news of exhibitions and much more.”

“& Finally....”

“There is a Quiet Study Room connected to the library with computers and study tables. You must book a place at the library desk if you wish to use this room.”

Quiet study