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Resources you will find essential to your studies:
Resources you will find essential to your studies:
A questionaire has been developed which will identify digital resources you have access to, and equally identifies those who do not have those resources. Every effort will be made by the University to make sure that no student is disadvantaged by a lack of technology or online facilities. The questionaire will appear here when published. Please fill it in ASAP. The following is a list we have identified that is crucial for your success in the digital environment of New Media Art.
A Computer with audio and visual capabilities (preferable to a Tablet)
A Tablet such as an iPad (workable but some activities and access to software might be restricted)
A mobile phone, with camera (workable for accessing emails, MyUWS and some creative input, but not ideal)
Relevant software (this will be provided by the University upon enrolment (Microsoft Suite, Adobe Suite (on campus), Digital conference facilities, Administration packages). In addition you will utilise Moodle, MyDay and other web based teaching aids.
Internet Access (the faster the better)
The above will allow you to work from home but if you do not have access to these facilities then the University will prioritise you with access to campus facilities if required.
Student Support Services
Student Support Services
Important information regarding student services during Online Learning Period.
All of the teams in Student Services continue to offer support to students remotely, and appointments can be arranged via the Hub. This includes online and phone appointments for the Counselling, Funding, Disability, International Advice, Academic Skills and Careers teams.
The Hub can be contacted by visiting hub.uws.ac.uk, emailing hub@uws.ac.uk or calling 0141 848 3800. Students and staff can also access information (including bespoke information relevant to the covid situation) via the Student Support area in MyDay. Careers and Academic Skills also offer an online booking function.
Specific Team Information Includes:
Funding (Team Leader: Kellie McAlonan - kellie.mcalonan@uws.ac.uk)
The team provides advice on a range of financial support available for students. Funding to support their living costs and childcare is available through the SAAS Discretionary Funds. The criteria for these funds have been extended by SAAS to include support for technology which students may now require to study remotely. Students must meet the criteria set by SAAS and details are outlined in the following link. In addition, there are funds specifically for care experienced students. Further information is available via the Funding Team website.
1: Counselling (Team Leader – Claire O’Donnell - claire.o’donnell@uws.ac.uk)
The team provides support for students with any situation which affects their personal or emotional wellbeing. The counselling service is student focussed and offers single therapeutic Wellbeing Appointments for one hour, booked on a session by session basis. There is no waiting list for appointments and students are seen at the point of need.
Further information and self-help resources are available at www.uws.ac.uk/counselling The University also provides access to SilverCloud to all students and staff. Silvercloud is a digital wellbeing platform which contains excellent resources to help manage stress, build confidence and resilience.
2: Academic Skills (Team Leader: Christa Campbell - christa.campbell@uws.ac.uk)
The team provides support with a range of academic skills such as referencing, academic writing, critical thinking and study skills, including studying remotely. Staff and students can access resources and students can book online / phone appointments directly by logging into the Online Careers and Academic Skills portal The portal will also include new materials the team are developing to support students with blended learning delivery in 20/21.
3: Careers (Team Leader: Carol Andrews - carol.andrews@uws.ac.uk)
The team provides support for students and graduates (up to 2 years after completion) in career planning and progression, as well as developing their employability whilst studying. This includes employer led sessions, resources on graduate work and study, and the UWS vacancy portal. Staff and students can access resources and students can book online / phone appointments directly by logging into the Online Careers and Academic Skills portal The team have produced a programme of support for final year students and graduates in the covid economy which is accessible via the portal.
4: International (Team Leader: Gillian Ashby – gillian.ashby@uws.ac.uk)
The International Student Support Team assists students with Student Immigration and Tier 4 visas, travel advice, financial queries, relative visits; working in the UK and welfare issues. Further information is available at www.uws.ac.uk/international with FAQs on the Hub Portal at hub.uws.ac.uk. Specific support and information helping students during the covid pandemic are also updated on the International Support MyDay page.
5: Disability (Team Leader: Kim McGhee – kim.mcghee@uws.ac.uk)
The Disability Service offers advice and support to all students with a disability, specific learning difficulty (e.g. dyslexia) or long-term health condition. The team can ensure that any reasonable adjustments that are required are in place to allow students to engage successfully in their course. They can also help with applications for Disabled Students Allowance which may be required to provide funding for equipment, software or other support services which students may require. More information is available via the Disability Team website.
Further information is available from:
Maeve Cowper, Head of Student Services – maeve.cowper@uws.ac.uk
Colin Dewar, Student Services Manager – colin.dewar@uws.ac.uk
Claire O’Donnell, Counselling and Wellbeing Manager – claire.o’donnell@uws.ac.uk
Induction Video for ITDS (Information, Technology and Digital Services) Click HERE
Induction Video for ITDS (Information, Technology and Digital Services) Click HERE
CAREERS
CAREERS
Your UWS Careers Team is here to help you to achieve your career goals by providing professional careers education, information, advice and guidance.
Your UWS Careers Team is here to help you to achieve your career goals by providing professional careers education, information, advice and guidance.
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