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Information for current students

We are really happy that you are part of The Department of Biblical Studies and we want to help you make the most out of your time with us. The information below is relevant for current undergraduate and postgraduate students.

We're here to help

Our team is based at 45 Victoria Street where we share an office with The Department of Philosophy. Alison and Janine are always happy to speak to you in person to help with any queries or concerns (or point you in the right direction of somebody who can help). 

Your Personal Tutor

Your personal tutor is here to provide you with one-to-one support and advice. All of our students (single honours and dual honours) are allocated a personal tutor at the start of their degree. You will meet him or her at the beginning of your course, and then you will meet at least once a semester. And if need advice or support at any other time, you can telephone or email your personal tutor and arrange to pop in.

Your lecturers and tutors

All of our teaching staff hold regular office hours where you can either drop in or make an appointment to discuss anything relating to your experience of any module. Take advantage of this opportunity to clarify any issues you have regarding assessment, coursework or the content of tutorials and lectures.

Office Hours are publicised on posters around the department, can be found in the Virtual Office on MOLE 2 or you can always ask your tutor next time you see him or her.

Disability Liaison Officer (DLO)

The Disability and Dyslexia Support Service has a network of Disability Liaison Officers (DLOs) who help keep the University keep abreast of disability issues and play a proactive and inclusive role in supporting disabled students.

You can contact your departmental DLO to discuss support available within your department, and talk through any disability-related issues or concerns which relate to your course.

In the Department of Biblical Studies, Alison Bygrave is our DLO. You can contact Alison by email at a.c.bygrave@sheffield.ac.uk, by telephone on 0114 222 0508 or you can come and see her in the office, Monday to Friday.

More information on DLOs 

Online support - MOLE 2

Handbooks and Course Information

Each year we publish comprehensive handbooks for both undergraduate and postgraduate students on MOLE 2. These handouts outline everything you need to know about your course (from how to hand in assessments to how your work is marked) and we encourage you to make a habit of referring to it along the way. You'll also find links on MOLE2 for each of the modules you take with us. Here, your tutors will publish handouts, lecture slides and other information you need for the module. You can access MOLE2 through MUSE. If for any reason you cannot find your modules listed there when you log in, please email us at bibs@sheffield.ac.uk and we'll help.

Virtual Office

Can't pop in to see Alison or Janine? MOLE 2 is also home to our 'Virtual Office'. If you don't have time to stop by Victoria Street - you can download everything you need online and find out the answers to some important questions (including how to report an absence if you miss a lecture).

 

BibSoc

BibSoc is the society for the Department of Biblical Studies run by students for students. As well as socials, BibSoc focuses on bringing together students from across the department and providing opportunities to meet new people and ask questions that only another student can answer. BibSoc puts on a wide variety of socials ranging from the traditional Christmas meal and End of Year Ball to less traditional events such as laser tag and theatre visits. This year the team will also be organising educational trips.  

For more information visit Bib Soc on Facebook or email bibsoc@sheffield.ac.uk.

The Faculty of Arts and Humanities

We are part of The Faculty of Arts and Humanities. The Faculty brings us together with The School of English, The School of Languages and Cultures, The Department of Music, The Department of Archaeology and The Department of History. This provides a more coherent, interdisciplinary and interactive experience for dual honours students and for our postgraduate students.

For more information on what The Faculty offers its students, visit: www.sheffield.ac.uk/faculty/arts-and-humanities/for-students

 Inspire others

Student Ambassadors for Learning and Teaching (SALT)

The Student Ambassadors for Learning & Teaching (SALT) scheme is a dynamic, creative and inspiring network of students working on Learning & Teaching projects. Why not consider stepping forward to be an ambassador? 

For more information, visit: www.sheffield.ac.uk/lets/salt

Jade Phillimore is this the Biblical Studies SALT ambassador for 2012/13. Find out more here: www.sheffield.ac.uk/lets/student/salt/biblical

Student Ambassadors for Open Days and Widening Participation

When you visited the University, did you meet a current student who inspired you to apply and accept your place? Did you go on a campus tour that made a difference to the way you saw The University and the city? As a school pupil, did you ever attend a workshop or join programme that encouraged you to dream bigger and aim higher?

The University runs a Student Ambassador scheme that will give you the opportunity to work with young people to raise aspirations and promote higher education, and to work undergraduates and postgraduates thinking about studying here.

The scheme recruits annually and offers paid work. For more information visit: www.sheffield.ac.uk/schools/student-ambassadors 

Want to help us in the Department?

Each year, we recruit a team of Biblical Studies Ambassadors who will work on projects based in the Department and in the Faculty with schools, colleges, community groups and prospective students. 

To express an interest in becoming a Department Ambassador, email us at: bibs@sheffield.ac.uk

Make a change

Make the most of your time here by feeding into the way the Department works. Influence change and have a say!

Your feedback counts

Each year, you'll be given the opportunity to evaluate - anonymously and openly, your experiences of studying with us and how you've found your modules. We take your feedback seriously and it is discussed at departmental and committee level.

We also encourage you to take part in various surveys that the University and external bodies undertake [for example, the National Student Survey (NSS) in your final year and The Student Satisfaction Survey (SSS; alternate years only]. 

For more information, please visit: www.shef.ac.uk/ssid/news/survey.

Join a committee

The Departmental Staff-Student Committee meets once a semester to formally discuss how the Department impacts upon the your experiences here. The committee is made up of staff, elected student representatives plus a Mature Students' Rep. You can raise any issues with your representative which they will bring up at the meeting. Recommendations will be passed to relevant groups.

There is also a Faculty of Arts Staff-Student Committee and a Departmental Teaching Committee who discuss curriculum development, and existing courses and modules.

This year our representatives are:

  • Students' Union Council Representative: Aysha Musa
  • Staff-Student Committee Representative for Level 1: Bex Leeman
  • Staff-Student Committee Representatives for Level 2: Georgina Ryan and Peach Lamb
  • Staff-Student Committee Representative for Level 3: Jonathan Mann and Aysha Musa
  • PGR Staff-Student Committee Representative: Tiffany Webster

 Need any extra help? Why not telephone Alison or Janine on 0114 222 0508 or email us at bibs@sheffield.ac.uk