The Library

What is the Library Service?

The University of South Wales Library offers expert support, high-quality resources, and modern study spaces to help students succeed in their studies and time at university. Students can access extensive academic resources, including specialised databases, digital collections, and the FINDit discovery tool to help students locate relevant materials. It also supports learning through subject-specific guides created by academic librarians, alongside tutorials, workshops, reading lists, and one-to-one appointments that develop independent research skills. Across four campus libraries - Cardiff, Glyntaff, Treforest and Newport, students have access to safe, inclusive study spaces, as well as computers and essential software.

How do I find out more?

A great way to start learning about resources in your subject is to take a look at our Library Guides. These were created by your Academic Librarian to help you navigate the best information sources and support for your subject area.

USW Library YouTube Channel hosts an array of videos on FINDit (the library catalogue), information literacy skills and reading lists. You will develop these skills throughout your learning journey with us.

Who can I contact for further help and guidance?

If you need any help or support, the Library team are always happy to help. You can find FAQs and our Library Chatbot on our LibAnswers site, or you can email us.

You will also have your own Academic Librarian that you can contact for subject specific questions.