School of Healthcare Facilities

Welcome to Baines Wing

Baines Wing is home to the School of Healthcare. It blends Victorian architecture with 21st-century learning. The space features the 100-seat Miall Lecture Theatre, specialist facilities, a cafe, computer clusters, and plenty of social spaces.

Student Zones

Our student zones comprise of two specially designed areas for you to study and unwind.

The Study Zone incorporates the latest interactive technology in two group learning pods, enabling you to collaborate on joint projects. This area combines a traditional study environment with modern enhancements, including soft seating for small groups or individual use, within a soundproofed area.

The Chillout Zone provides a relaxing place for you to meet up with friends. You'll be able to catch up and unwind on comfortable sofas, easy chairs and enjoy a plasma TV within a full wireless environment.

Study Spaces

Laidlaw Library - Baines Wing is only a few minutes stroll from the outstanding IT facilities at the Laidlaw Library.

Brotherton Library - Located in the Parkinson Building, the Brotherton Library is home to the Special Collections Research Centre which features some of the UK's rarest books and manuscripts.

Edward Boyle Library - Featuring spaces for individual silent study, bookable group spaces, and accessible student study spaces.

St James's University Hospital Library - Based on Level 3 of the Clinical Sciences building, St James’s University Hospital Library supports the information needs of medical and healthcare students.

Online Facilities

Our online facilities are available to support your studies or placement. Our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) is used by all students to provide remote access to course materials and learning resources, allowing you to submit work for marking and more. This will become part of your life as a Healthcare student, and will help you to stay organised and informed about your course and schedule.

School of Healthcare Facilities