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Is Your Resource List Ready?

Get Your Module Resource List Ready for Semester 2!

As we prepare for the new semester, now is the perfect time to review and update your module resource list.

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EBSCOHost migration

On Tuesday 5th August our online resources on the EBSCOhost platform will migrate to a new user interface and access to the current user interface will be withdrawn. Find out how this affects your saved alerts.

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Your BCU Library Year in Review 2025

2025 was an exciting year for BCU Libraries! Take a look at how the library supported you in your research and studies, by the numbers.

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Library Starter Guide

Whether you are joining BCU for the first time or returning to the university, the Library and Learning Resources team has prepared induction activities that will get you started in no time.

Get Hyped for Birmingham Comic Con

Get hyped for Birmingham Comic Con with our databases and journals!

MCM Birmingham is back! To celebrate the nerdiest weekend of the year, we’re sharing nerdy hidden gems from our e-resources and serials collections.

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