Learning Resources Centre
Our Learning Resource Centres (LRC) provide access to modern, well-resourced facilities at our three main campuses in Alloa, Falkirk and Stirling. LRCs are vibrant hubs of learning activity where you can work quietly, make use of our facilities and access resources and support.
Through our LRC's you can access:
- Books, e-books, journals and online databases
- Pre-bookable PCs
- WiFi & space to use your own laptop or tablet
- Space for group work
- One to one support for those with additional support needs
- Binding and laminating services
- Stationery items for sale
- Free flexible learning courses for full-time students
- Study skills resources and workshops
- Scanners, printers and photocopiers (Students are entitled to a free £10 print allowance)
Explore the Learning Resources Catalogue
Looking for books, e‑resources or study materials? Our Learning Resources Catalogue makes it easy to find what you need for your course or your next assignment. Search by title, author or keyword and discover what’s available across all Forth Valley College campuses.
You can browse, check availability and easily place a hold on items you’d like to borrow. Students and staff can also log in to manage their library account, renew items and keep track of loans.
One-to-One Support
If you are accessing support from a Learning Support Advisor (LSA), you may be referred to one of our Learning Skills and Resource Assistants (LSRA) who work in our Learning Resource Centres. Our LSRAs can help you with a range of areas:
- Study support in one-to-one or small groups
- Training in the use of specialist equipment or assistive technology/software to help with reading, writing and study skills
- Assessment and exam preparation and advice
- Assessment arrangements e.g. invigilate when you need extra time or scribe for you
- Proof-reading and training on how to proof-read your own work
This service is currently only available to students with additional support needs but we will be looking to expand this service over the next year to open it up to the wider student population. If you feel that you could benefit from this type of support, please get in touch with the team.
Skills for Learning Workshops
Teaching staff can book a range of Skills for Learning workshops for delivery to their student groups. These sessions are delivered through our Learning Resource Centres and cover topics such as:
- Academic Writing
- CV and Cover Letter Building
- eBooks
- Research Skills
- Referencing
If you’d like to arrange a workshop for your class, please contact the LRC team.
Ask the LRC Team
Need help? The Learning Resource Centre Team are available in person at all campuses and online through Microsoft Teams. They can support you with:
- Booking a PC
- Requesting books and e‑books
- Flexible learning queries
- Password resets (https://bursary.forthvalley.ac.uk/changeme/)
- General LRC advice
You can chat with the team online between 8.45am and 4.45pm, Monday to Friday.
For further assistance, email learning@forthvalley.ac.uk or contact your campus LRC:
Alloa: 01259 220512
Stirling: 01786 406030
Falkirk: 01324 403050
Our Learning Resource Centres
Alloa Campus LRC
Devon Road, Alloa, FK10 1PX
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.45pm (Unstaffed from 4.45pm)
Falkirk Campus LRC
Grangemouth Road, Falkirk, FK2 9AD
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.45pm (Unstaffed from 4.45pm)
Stirling Campus LRC
Drip Road, Stirling, FK8 1SE
Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.45pm (Unstaffed from 4.45pm)
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