CAW LibGuides: Other Support Services

This page contains information to other Coventry Universtiy support services that provide study support, guidance, and advice during your student journey.  These services either compliment CAW's academic writing support, or provide general study support.

Library services and resources are key to supporting your studies and helping you to make the most of your studies.

Every course has a specialist Librarian called an Academic Liaison Librarian who is there to support you.  You might see your specilaist Librarian in your classes teaching on a variety of information skills.

They can also help support you through one-to-one and group support, and online workshops in areas such as:

• Finding and evaluating information
• Effective searching
• Referencing in the appropriate style and avoiding plagiarism
• Using online reference management tools

To find your specialist Academic Liaison Librarian, visit: https://libguides.coventry.ac.uk/all;

To view the full range of resources, visit: https://locate.coventry.ac.uk;

To book on a Library workshop, visit: https://libcal.coventry.ac.uk/calendar/libraryworkshops;

For more subject specific support, visit: https://libguides.coventry.ac.uk/subjects

The letter “sigma” (∑ - upper case and σ – lower case) is the 18th letter of the Greek alphabet, corresponding to our Roman letter ‘s’. It is much loved by mathematicians and statisticians. sigma is the name of the team at Coventry delivering mathematics and statistics support to ALL Coventry University Group students no matter which campus you are studying at.

Based on the ground floor of the Library, sigma support students at all study levels from all subject areas with any mathematics or statistics problem.  They build students' confidence, improve their understanding and develop more effective strategies for learning mathematics and statistics.  They endeavour to answer all questions about mathematics or statistics in the context of the subject you are studying, regardless of what course you are on.  No question is ever too elementary or trivial. 

To find out more information on the support services from sigma, visit: https://libguides.coventry.ac.uk/sigma/

The Digital Literacy Centre (DLC) helps you to develop a range of digital and IT skills that will help you succeed while studying with us and your future career.

Based in EC1-24 in the College of Engineering, Environment and Science (CEES), Frank Whittle building, they can help you enhance a range of digital skills such as programming, email etiquette, Microsoft Officer, Google-Fu, and the International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL).   They offer online resources and regular drop-in sessions throughout the week.  DLC also offer support with Microsoft Office

For further information or queries:

Email: dlc@coventry.ac.uk

Website: https://webeec01.coventry.ac.uk/DLC/

Online video support for MS Office: https://www.youtube.com/@stephanietoman9777 

Coventry University Group students are allocated a Student Success Coach at the start of their student journey.  These Coaches will help you to identify, prepare for, and reflect on interactions with the many university services available ensuring you make the most of every opportunity.   

Working closely with your Student Success Coach, you can identify areas you want to develop and improve your skills and abilities. You will set goals for yourself and decide how you will achieve these.  Student Success Coaches work closely with specialist teams across the university and will refer you to them as appropriate to develop these skills.

To find out more information on Student Success Coaches and book an appointment with your allocated Coach, visit: https://livecoventryac.sharepoint.com/sites/students-portal/SitePages/Student-Success-Coaches

Phoenix+ helps you to develope skills and experience for you to succeed in life and work.  The support is available to all students at Coventry University main campus, regardless of which course you are studying. Whether you are in first or your final year, Phoenix+ opportunities are the perfect way to prepare for your next destination.
 

No matter what skills and experience you wish to develop, Phoenix+ can offer you:

• Opportunities to meet students outside your course
• Live events and skills workshops on campus and online        
• On-demand digital content allowing you to learn at your own pace
• Work experiences, placements, internships and volunteering opportunities both in the UK and abroad
• Digital awards to share on your CV and online portfolios 
• Support through one-to-one coaching

 Find out more here: Phoenix+ Undergraduates | Giving you the support to succeed in life and work