Creativity Lab
Situated in the heart of the University of York at the Harry Fairhurst Building within Campus West, the Creativity Lab welcomes both staff and students.
Our state-of-the-art facility is a hub for exploring new and emerging technologies, tools and resources.
Workshops
Discover a range of events and training sessions, from introductory kit workshops that provide hands-on experience with new technology, to masterclasses and residences led by industry experts, enabling in-depth exploration of specific areas in digital creativity.
View our current events and training sessions
Teaching
Tailored to your needs, our bespoke teaching options cover everything. We have focused instruction on digital creativity and technology to embedded teaching for academic departments, encompassing multimedia tools such as podcasting and video editing.
- Email us at lib-creativitylab@york.ac.uk to discuss your teaching requirements.
- View our case studies and learn about how we can support you.
Upcoming Webinar: Enhancing Learning & Teaching with Immersive Technologies
Tuesday 13 May 2025, 1pm - 2.00pm GMT, Online (Zoom)
Learn how AR/VR/mixed reality can enhance teaching. Join our webinar as we explore the benefits, challenges, and strategies of integrating these immersive technologies into curricula. Discover how the Creativity Lab and academic departments use AR/VR to enrich learning outcomes and drive pedagogical innovation.
Open access
Each week, the Lab opens its doors to allow University of York staff, students and researchers to explore our cutting-edge facilities and equipment. Whether it's for research, project development, fostering creative ideas or simply having fun, these sessions offer an open space for all. You can drop in to use our Media workstations, with no need to book. We're open 10am-7pm Monday-Thursday, and 10am-4pm on Fridays. Availability on some days varies each week, due to other events. For up to date opening times each week, follow us on Instagram via @yorcreativitylabs.
Drop-in sessions
Available to all members of the university, we offer a series of open drop-in sessions around certain technologies, where you can come in for extra support with your own projects. These are held in the Library Creativity Lab (LFA/103), see our directions to the Creativity Lab for more details.
Contact us
Have a question? Contact us via email:
lib-creativitylab@york.ac.uk
First floor, Harry Fairhurst Library Building, University of York
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3D modelling drop-ins
Our 3D modelling drop-in support sessions are available if you are working on a 3D project and looking for some guidance. Come along if you are a beginner learning to create models or would like support on which tool to use.
Drop in to the Library Creativity Lab (Harry Fairhurst Library Building) any time between 3pm and 5pm, every Monday.
Audio Editing support
If you're looking for support with how to edit your own audio files or podcast, we offer an opportunity to come and speak to our team. Bring your own recordings along and we can assist you with your audio project.
Book an appointment to join us in the Library Creativity Lab (Harry Fairhurst Library Building) at times between 2pm and 4pm, every Wednesday. Book an appointment using the link below (UoY sign-in required). We can provide an online appointment instead, use the information box to let us know when you book the appointment.
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One-to-one support
For those looking for additional support, we offer one-to-one appointments (online and in-person) to assist you with your Digital Creativity projects. Our team can help you with technologies like 3D modelling, media creation/editing, and selecting the best tools for your Digital Creativity needs.
I think we are unbelievably privileged to have full unattended access to so many cool things such as a 3D printer, CRICUT machine, podcast studio, powerful computers and the ability to borrow such a wide variety of equipment!
Riko, York student and UX Researcher
Facilities and Podcasting
The Lab provides accessible desk space and features 16 high-end gaming workstations which are equipped with a range of creative editing software, such as Adobe Creative Cloud, and access to game engines like Unreal and Unity. A wide selection of equipment is also available that allows you to explore Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), 3D design/scanning, podcasting, 360 filming and recording, plus much more.
The Creativity Lab's Podcasting studio provides a comfortable and functional space for you to record and host your podcast.
The Historic Towns Trust cartography session went extremely well, and we were able to do everything we wanted to do. Our Trustees were very impressed by the facilities, and I'm also pleased to know more about what the Creativity Lab can do!
Eliza, Department of History
Equipment hire
University of York staff and students can take advantage of the Creativity Lab's free equipment hire service. Equipment such as VR headsets, camera and audio equipment is available to use, with support from the Creativity Lab team of technical experts. The equipment can be booked online via our equipment catalogue. When booking, please ensure you read our terms and conditions.
Contact us
Have a question? Contact us via email:
lib-creativitylab@york.ac.uk
First floor, Harry Fairhurst Library Building, University of York
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