Library: Bitesized

Are you looking to make the most of the library and learn new skills to help you with your studies?

Library Bitesized is year-round programme of interactive library skills workshops, designed to help you navigate the Library and take your research to the next level.

All workshops aim to support our diverse community, whether you are an artist or a scientist, studying with Exeter or Falmouth University, based on campus - or online.

You choose which sessions support your learning best, at a time to suit your needs.

All sessions are via MS Teams and are free to attend.

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Book a Bitesized Workshop

Please click on the link for the preferred session to register for your place via Eventbrite.

  • Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
  • Remember to use your university email address for registering.

Online workshops will take place via Teams and a link to the session will be provided once you have registered.

Bitesized Essentials

Falmouth University Library focused

Online via MS Teams

Thursday 26th September 2024 @ 4 pm

Tuesday 1st October 2024 @ 1.30 pm

Friday 11th October 2024 @ 9 am

Bitesized Essentials

University of Exeter Library focused

Online via MS Teams

Tuesday 15th October 2024 @ 1 pm

Developing a Research Strategy

Open to everyone!

Online via MS Teams

New sessions coming in October!

Advanced Searching

Open to everyone!

Online via MS Teams

New sessions coming in November!

Research for Creative Practice

Falmouth University Library focused

Online via MS Teams

Monday 21st October 2024 @ 4 pm

Any questions?

If you have any questions about the Library: Bitesized workshops, or ideas for future sessions, please get in touch!

All about Bitesized

Find out more about the different Bitesized workshops

Learn how to use the library effectively and find suitable sources of information for your studies.

We will look at smart tips for using Library Search, how to pick the best keywords, and when and why you might want to go beyond the basic search and dip into specialist databases!

Plus, find out about the new features we have introduced to help you access what you need and how to go ‘beyond the Library’.

Duration: 30 minutes

Audience: New to the University or wanting a refresher? This is for you!

Note: There are separate sessions for Falmouth University and the University of Exeter. Please make sure you book the right session for you!

Discover how the library skills you develop to support your studies can also help to improve your professional practice.

This workshop explores the relationship between creative practice and research, and highlight the value of research to your practice long after you graduate.

We'll share tips, ideas and strategies to support you in your own area of practice.

Duration: 40 minutes

Audience: Calling all artists, performers and creatives.

Are you starting your dissertation or final year project? Do you want to make your searches more efficient and effective?

Planning your searching can save you time and improve your results. Developing a Research Strategy covers what you'll need to know to get started, including:

  • Breaking down your topic
  • How (and why) to carry out scoping searches
  • Choosing effective keywords
  • How to use boolean to create a search

Duration: 45 minutes

Audience: About to start your dissertation or final year project? This is for you!

Note: Combine this session with Advanced Searching for a complete introduction to dissertation research.

Want to learn more about searching databases and digital collections effectively and efficiently?

Advanced Searching will show you how to take your searching to the next level, with a focus on:

  • How to apply a search strategy
  • Using tools and tricks within databases to improve your search results
  • How to set alerts and notifications
  • Evaluating what you find
  • Troubleshooting common problems

Duration: 45 minutes

Audience: Want to improve your searching? About to start your dissertation or final year project? This is for you!

Note: Combine with Developing a Research Strategy for a complete introduction to dissertation searching.

Further Support

More ways to engage with the library

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Library Drop-ins

Short appointments for quick questions on using Library resources.

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Book a Librarian

Book one-to-one research support from your subject librarian.

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Research & Finding Information

Step by step guide to finding and evaluating information

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