A module reading list is usually a list of books and other information resources compiled by the module co-ordinator to support your study of a module.
Where can I find my reading list?
BlackBoard
You can find the reading list for a module you are studying in Blackboard.
Log in to blackboard.aber.ac.uk, visit the module and click the Aspire Reading List link in the left menu.
Aspire
You can also view your lists in the Aspire system at aspire.aber.ac.uk
Enter the module code and/or name.
Find out more by visiting the Aspire reading list webpage.
If you are choosing modules for next year, or you are a prospective student, visit the AU modules pages and on any module page...
click View in Aspire to see a reading list for a current module
click View an example list in Aspire to see an example list for a module being taught in the future
Aberystwyth University libraries subscribe to a wide range of e-books and e-book collections.
We have 1000s of e-books and our collection is regularly growing. You can access our e-books via Primo. In the search box enter one or two key words from the title and the surname of the author. When the search results appear you can choose to click Full text online in the Tweak my results menu on the left to display results for ebooks only.
If we have access to an electronic version of a book, the Primo record will state Online Access
Check our eBooks FAQs for further information and instructions
Primo is the Aberystwyth University library catalogue. In Primo you can search for books, articles, theses and other materials in the library collection of printed and electronic resources. To get the best results from Primo, you will need to sign in.
Level F Enquiry Desk, Hugh Owen Library
For help with finding resources and subject information. Bring your questions about finding information sources for your assignments, dissertation or research.
Or book an online or in-person appointment with your Subject Librarian: https://libcal.aber.ac.uk/
In the Primo search box enter one or two key words from the title and the author's last name. When the search results appear you can choose Books in the Tweak my results menu on the left to display results for books only.
Available
If the book is available to borrow, Primo will state this, giving the floor and shelf location details.
On loan
If the book is not available to borrow and on loan to another user, Primo will state this information. You can also request a book that is on loan so that it is held for you when it is returned to the Library.
Online access
If the item is available in electronic format, click Online access to get the online version.
Our extensive collections of electronic journals, databases and e-books remain available to you 24/7 on and off-campus.
You know you have signed in successfully if your name displays at the top right hand of your screen.
You are now authenticated to access AU subscribed electronic resources. If you close your browser, you will need to sign into Primo again to re-authenticate.
For further information on accessing e-resources off-campus see https://faqs.aber.ac.uk/en/163
Our LibGuides give you detailed information on print and electronic resources for all subjects:
https://libguides.aber.ac.uk
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