Welcome to Information Services (IS) - Undergraduates

Information Services provide IT and library services to registered users 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 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 Abercard

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.

as your student id
to register your attendance at lectures
as the door key to your study bedroom - depending which Halls of Residence you are in
to purchase food in University hospitality outlets; if you are in catered residences it will be credited before you arrive
for library borrowing, including the use of self-issue machines
to access 24-hour computer rooms
to access the library out of core hours (to enter and exit)
for printing, photocopying and scanning
as your Student Union card
as your Sports Centre card

Further information:

Check out our Library Services
Find answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions
Find Help and Support available to you
Register for a National Library of Wales Readers Ticket

Essential Library and IT Guide for new students

To find out more about Library and IT facilities please a look at our essential Library and IT guide for new students