Coronavirus (Covid-19) updateStudy space within the Library will be available from 11 January 2021. In addition, bookable study space will be available from 6 to 18 January 2021 but not drop-in spaces due to Level 4 restrictions.Study spaces, including computer classrooms, will be available with physical distancing measures in place. These will be indicated by signage. One-way systems will be used where appropriate and measures to ensure that building occupancy levels adhere to national guidance. Regular cleaning will be in place across all University buildings. Hand sanitising gel will be available upon entry to all buildings and at key locations. |
Study Spaces
The University is able to provide limited study space on campus for students, in accordance with the recent physical distancing restrictions. Physical distancing measures are set by the Scottish Government and therefore if there is a change which impacts study space provision, these guidelines will change accordingly.
Where it is possible, the University will increase the number of spaces available and update this page.
- Where Can I Study?
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Spaces are available in various teaching buildings and the Libraries. Some of the spaces are available on a drop in ‘first come first served’ basis while other space is bookable via CMISGo or the Suttie Centre. Bookable space includes single occupancy rooms and quiet shared spaces.
- Where are Drop In Spaces?
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Drop in spaces are available in our libraries, and also computing classrooms (when teaching is not taking place) - see Where do I find a PC? below.
- Where are Bookable Spaces?
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Bookable spaces are available in a range of teaching buildings in Old Aberdeen and Foresterhill. These are visible on CMISGo and include:
- 19 single occupancy rooms, which can be used to join an online class
- 111 desks in physically distanced classrooms, which are quiet spaces
- How do I book a space?
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The spaces available at the Suttie Centre can be booked via the Suttie Centre website.
The other bookable spaces are available via CMISGo which is located in the Student Hub under the ‘Book Study Space’ option.
Please refer to the lists of bookable spaces for shared or single occupancy rooms, take note of the room number and use Check Availability and Book to identify when the desk or room is available for booking.
After completing the request to book a space, you will receive a confirmation email within 48 hours.
You are advised to take and save a screen shot or copy of your confirmation email when using a bookable space. You must display this, if asked by a member of staff.
These spaces must not be used unless booked.
- How long can I use a space?
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Bookable spaces will be available to book up to 2 hours at a time.
Drop in spaces do not have any time restrictions but all personal belongings should be removed from a drop in study space when not in use or attending an on campus class.
- What Physical Distancing Restrictions are in place in Study Spaces?
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All desks and class rooms have been arranged to meet the physical distance guidelines of 2 metres and the following rules apply.
In shared spaces:
- Only desks marked with a green tick can be used
- Furniture must not be moved within a room
- Students must maintain 2 metres physical distancing from each other at all times
- Cleaning materials are provided in the room which must be used before/after use. Please clean desk, chairs and any computing equipment
- Students must wear a face covering or display a Sunflower lanyard
- Talking is not permitted as these are quiet spaces. (Please wear headphones if listening to sound)
- No eating or drinking is allowed in classrooms but water is permissible in library spaces
- Students must leave a computing classroom if teaching is due to commence
In single occupancy spaces:
- Only desks marked with a green tick can be used
- Furniture must not be moved within a room
- In single occupancy spaces, no face covering is required when seated, but must be worn when entering and leaving the space
- No eating or drinking is allowed in single occupancy spaces
- Cleaning materials are provided in the room which must be used before/after use. Please clean desk, chairs and any computing equipment
- Students must leave a bookable space once a booking ends
- Where do I find a PC?
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Computing Classrooms: Covid-19 update
Computer classrooms, when not booked for teaching, are available as drop in study space. Regular cleaning will be in place but students must follow physical distancing restrictions, detailed below and indicated by signage on campus.
Do not enter a computer classroom if teaching is taking place.
Please don’t disconnect your fellow students!
Many students who are studying remotely access our classroom PCs. Devices set aside for this purpose are clearly marked. Please do not turn these PCs off, or pull the plug out of the power socket, as this may result in students losing data or being disconnected from a live session. If you need to plug in a personal device, please use one of the free, unmarked power sockets located elsewhere in the room.- Please comply with the access buildings and one-way systems to move around a building, where these are in place.
- Hand sanitising gel will be available upon entry to all buildings and at key locations, including computer classrooms.
- Cleaning materials in classrooms must be used to clean computing equipment, desk, chairs and other touch points.
- Please wear a face covering or display a sunflower lanyard, within a shared space and moving around a building.
- Always maintain a 2-metre distance from other people.
Building Room Capacity (at 2m distancing) Edward Wright
(F = First Floor, S = Second Floor)F81 16 F86 9 S81 13 S84 9 F84 8 Fraser Noble (First Floor) FN112 13 MacRobert (First Floor) MR105 8 MR106 13 MR113 14 MR117 30 Meston Meston 5 10 Polwarth Comp Room 1 3 Comp Room 2 5 Comp Room 3 7 St Mary’s (Ground Floor) G9 5 - Are there bookable desks in shared study spaces?
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Desks are available for booking in the following shared quiet spaces.
All students must comply with the Terms & Conditions, including physical distancing and cleaning when using these spaces.
BUILDING
ROOM
NUMBER OF SPACES
CRUICKSHANK
G27
5
KING'S COLLEGE
KCG6
5
KING'S COLLEGE
KCS17
5
KING'S QUAD
KQF2 C. Gavin
5
MESTON
MT009
5
NEW KING'S
NK15
5
TAYLOR
A17
5
TAYLOR
C19
5
KING'S COLLEGE
KCG16
6
KING'S COLLEGE
KCT4
6
KING'S QUAD
KQG4 City of Aberdeen
6
MACROBERT
MR301
6
NEW KING'S
NK7
6
ST MARY'S
B27
6
TAYLOR
A26
6
TAYLOR
A27
6
TAYLOR
C25
6
TAYLOR
C28
6
- Are there single occupancy study spaces?
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These rooms are available for booking to attend Online teaching classes, while on campus.
All students must comply with the Terms & Conditions, including physical distancing and cleaning when using these rooms.
Building Room King's College KCG10 KCF6 KCF9 KCS9 KCS10 KCS11 KCS13 New King's NK2 NK9 Polwarth 1M:001 1M:003 Taylor A08 A12 A15 A19 C1 C15 C23 C49