Welcome to Information Services (IS) - Staff

Information Services provide IT and library services to staff and students at Aberystwyth University, subject to Regulations, Policies and Guidelines

To make use of our facilities you will need an Aberystwyth University IT account and an Aber Card.

Your IT Account

You will be able activate your University IT account online shortly before your start date and you will be emailed with instructions for doing this as soon as your account is ready.

Your IT account gives you access to:

Your Aber Card

Once you have activated your IT account you should apply for your Aber Card online so that it is ready for you when you arrive on campus.

Your Aber Card is used:

as your staff id
for library borrowing, including the use of self-issue machines
for access to University buildings, including 24-hour computer rooms and the library out of core hours
for printing, photocopying and scanning
to purchase food in University hospitality outlets
as your Sports Centre card

Specific Information for:

Academic Staff

Emeritus/Honorary Staff

Student Union Staff

Further Information

IT and information skills
Mailing Lists
Student Contact Lists
Access to the Student Record System (AStRA) and Finance systems
Timetabling