Alan Gilbert Learning Commons

The Alan Gilbert Learning Commons is one of the University's major computer cluster locations and provides access to over 400 PCs. As well as PC clusters and quick access PCs there are 18 open plan digital screens that can be connected to laptops.

‌There is a plug socket for each user at fixed furniture and additional plug sockets are available around the building. ‌

Multi-function devices (MFDs) can be found at each PC cluster in the Learning Commons and provide print, scan and photocopying facilities.

WiFi is also available throughout the building.

Visit the IT Services website for more details about PC availability, pull printing and other services for staff and students: 

• Manchester IT Services website

The Café located in the foyer serves a wide range of hot and cold food and drinks whilst providing a comfortable and relaxing environment for refreshment.

Dishes are made fresh daily and where possible using vegetables sourced from farms in the local area making the ingredients the freshest available.

Café and vending machine facilities are also available throughout the building.

Our café facilities are easily accessible to all visitors between the following hours:

• Monday to Friday - 9am to 5pm