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Library Terminology

An A-Z glossary of Library and Academic terminology

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This phrase appears on MetSearch for physical book results. It means that the item is on public display on the main shelves at either campus.

A Cardiff Met website offering student support, event booking, an 'Ask a question' service, careers information and more.

Think of MetSearch as Cardiff Met’s search engine for finding books, journals, databases and more. Through it you can access e-resources and locate/reserve physical resources, as well as check up on your library account.

Stands for Multi Functional Device - also know as printers or photocopiers - and are devices from which you can print, copy or scan. They are found on every floor of the Learning Centres and in other locations across campus.

Online learning space used for your programme of study. Every module that you study will have a section on Moodle. You can also find your course reading lists and useful links to the library website, your timetable, digital skills and more.

An app full of useful features and services including MetSearch, email, library services, Moodle, campus maps, laundry services, pocket guide, live chat, bus timetables plus much much more. See Digital Services’ Halo article for more information on how to download the app.

SEE ALSO: Cardiff Met App

A website, sometimes referred to as the ‘print portal’, used by Cardiff Met students to add money and manage their printing account. See the Print Credit Top-up page on Halo for information on how to top up your credit.