Frequently asked questions

uCreate Multimedia has its own separate informational pages.

If you are a student or staff member, feel free to drop into the Makerspace to take a look around or book an induction session to get started using our kit.
Other potential users, see additional information below.

Check out our current opening times

Yes, once you have an alumni card giving you access to the library, drop us an email and we will be happy to book you into an induction session. Please note your hours of access will be limited to 10am - 8pm, Monday to Friday.

Yes, you are able to use the makerspace as a result of the SCONUL program. Once you have access to the library drop us an email and we will be happy to book you into an induction session.
Please note your hours of access will be limited to 10am - 8pm, Monday to Friday.

Additional Note: You will not be able to access the library during exam revision periods.

Unfortunately at this time only students, staff and alumni of Edinburgh University and those with SCONUL access can use the makerspace facilities.

Only University of Edinburgh Staff and students (whom have already completed an induction) are able to access the Mini-Makerspace in the Kenneth and Murray Library at King's Buildings.

Yes.

Edinburgh University staff and students (but not alumni) can use our loans service and print queue.
Some equipment requires you to have completed relevant training which you can sign up for on our website.

You can drop in and chat to us any time during staffed hours.
You don't need to be inducted to use the loans service or print queue.
Non-inducted users may use the VR headsets and 3D scanners in room 1.12 which they should book in advance. 
Non-inducted users cannot use any of the digital manufacture equipment in room 1.11 nor will they be able to gain access to the room.

Yes, they are available to everyone for free, come in to pick one (or more if needed for teaching) up.

You can drop in any time during our staffed opening hours and chat to our staff. If it's really busy we might make an appointment with you to discuss properly.
You can also get in touch online.

There are lots of ways to find support:

• You can book an induction or specific equipment training on our website, then attend the session in the Makerspace.
• You can watch the recorded workshops on our website.
• You can check out our equipment information pages or our knowledge base.
• You can come to the makerspace during our staffed hours an ask a staff member for help and advice.
• You can send an email to uCreate@ed.ac.uk to request support.

You can sign up to our mailing list, check out our events page and also follow us on social media (see bottom of every webpage) for other exciting updates.

All the equipment in the makerspace is free to use, basic materials are also provided for free such as 3D printing filament and wood, but can only be used within the makerspace.

Yes, you must ask for express permission first though and ask again any time you want to use a different material.

All details of our equipment can be found in the equipment list

 We have a limited amount of storage space that you can keep a small project in. Remember to write your name, contact details and UUN and the date on your box.

Let us know!  We’ve bought a number of tools for users because they asked. Alternatively check out other university resources.

You can find our scheduled trainings on our events page, after attending a session you will be added to the list of trained users for that piece of equipment.

The makerspace regularly recruits students to join the Makerspace team, with both voluntary and paid roles including technical support, marketing and project evaluation. We use of the University’s Unitemps service to recruit so we would recommend adding your details there if you are interested in working with us. Find out more here.

Yes, all users must agree to abide by our code of conduct and safe scheme of work before completing their induction.

The Makerspace operates on an assisted self-service basis, our staff are happy to provide training and support but are not able to carry out work for you.

The Makerspace is a free, non-prescriptive service with a remit to provide access to new and transformative technology to the whole of the University of Edinburgh. While equipment can be used for coursework, we are unfortunately unable to prioritise urgent work. If you are making to a deadline or require a more managed service, we recommend these alternatives.
Please do not assume the Makerspace equipment will be available for course submissions, contact your course organiser for more information on available resources.

Yes, see our code of conduct for more details.