WARRINGTON students delved into the resources of one of the UK’s largest libraries in a bid to give them the edge over their peers.
Thirteen students, who are all studying the International Baccalaureate at Priestley College, visited The University of Manchester Library which is the biggest academic library outside of Oxbridge. 
Carol Mtitimila, the IB co-ordinator at Priestley, said: “Many of our IB students are aiming to reach the UK’s top universities so this kind of opportunity is invaluable to them.”
Priestley’s students are hoping the visit will help give them the edge when completing their International Baccalaureate studies.
The IB is an alternative to A Levels and BTECs and is designed to offer the greatest opportunities to those students who enjoy being challenged.
More than 1,800 universities across the world recognise the IB Diploma, which is also looked on favourably by employers.
The Priestley students were among more than 12,000 visitors to the library on the day – 5,286 in person, 7,534 online.
During the visit, which was organised as part of the university’s Widening Participation team, they met PhD students to help develop their own research skills.
They also used some of the 700 PCs that are available and learned how to search the library’s databases and E journals.
The University of Manchester Library contains 4.2million items including 400,000 e-books and 25,000 electronic journals.
Stephanie Lee, Head of Widening Participation and Outreach at the university, said: “We’re really keen for young people to develop their research skills and connect with our academic resources.
“It’s a delight to be able to engage with local schools and colleges like Priestley and support the development of the skills that are useful to their current studies as well as being excellent preparation for those aspiring to higher education.”
Priestley College is hosting an information event on Thursday, March 6, from 6pm to 7pm for those wanting to know more about the International Baccalaureate.
Anyone wishing to attend should email [email protected] or call 01925 415415.
Pictured: Priestley students Ben Norcross and Isabelle Jones at The University of Manchester Library.
Students visit the library
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