Services and Facilities
San Michael College has an excellent library, supporting all areas of learning and specialising in the latest law and business texts. The collection includes over 1,000 volumes and other reference resources, and numerous law and business online databases. Additionally, we have an extensive journal collection in full text as well as access to online journals via Athens (Athens Access Management System), the UK online journal and information database for higher education subscribers. Together, these reference sources provide ample information for case study projects, assignments and research work. The library space also contains computers with internet access, self-service photocopiers, and private and group study spaces. Our library connection is currently being fully networked, allowing students to check publications online, at any time, and book renewals can also be made by telephone. The library is run by a qualified librarian, and staff are always happy to help students. On arrival at the College, a library facilities introductory session is available during induction week, and thereafter on request.
Our opening times are as follows:
Term Time: Monday - Friday: 10am - 4.30pm Vacation Periods (excepting public holidays) Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm Public Holidays Closed |
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IT Centre
San Michael College has a brand new computer centre, with 40 PCs for student use. The suite is primarily for students to carry out research and study-related tasks, and students are also welcome to use it for general internet and email access. The PC's are well-equipped with MS Office and other educational and course related software. Self-service printers are also available for student use.
Student Services
The Student Services Office is dedicated to student welfare and provides information, guidance and assistance for students in all non-academic matters, including: medical, immigration, banking, part-time work and work experience, travel, and student discount issues. It also coordinates the social side of San Michael College life and produces its own quarterly student magazine updating students on College activities.
Faith & Worship/Prayer Rooms
San Michael College has a dedicated student prayer room, which is open to students of all denominations.
Careers Services
The Careers Office provides a variety of services for our international students, including: individual student . appointments for careers guidance, or to have your CV checked; quick queries; workshops on a variety of job-seeeking skills; a wide range of information on careers and part-time work; information about up and coming events such as careers fairs. For further information please refer to our Career Prospects and Part-Time Work page.
Medical Services
At San Michael College we have a room dedicated to medical services and staffed by a qualified first aiders. All students on long term courses (duration greater than 6 months) are eligible for free access to the National Health Service (NHS), and Student Services can provide further information on how to register, and your nearest doctor.
Student Mentors
A particularly popular option with our new students, the Student Mentor Scheme has been developed by our Student Services team to help international students settle down quickly. Student Mentors are assigned to each new student on request, and they show new arrivals around the College and the local area, and offer invaluable advice and assistance.
The Student Council
The Student Council is an elected body which plays an active role in representing the views of students. The council meets regularly with the Chief Executive and the Student Services Head Officer to put forward student ideas and requests and ensure that any problems are faced and resolved quickly.
