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Beacon - Digital Guide

Beacon - Digital Guide

Digital Guide to Student Life

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Released
January 16, 2019
Updated
September 11, 2026

Developer

University of Staffordshire
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This app serves as a comprehensive digital guide for student life, offering features like timetable viewing, campus navigation, and access to university services. It helps students find contact information, check resource availability, and stay updated on news and events.

✓View timetable
✓Campus maps and points of interest
✓Staff and service contact details
✓PC availability checks
✓News and events browsing
✓Societies and clubs search
✓Answers to common service questions
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What's New in Beacon

4.7.1

September 11, 2026

- Timetabling changes notification - Attendance history export - News & events display changes

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Not compatible with My Mac

Needs a fix to allow compatability for my MacBook Pro, it is annoying to not be able to have it open when in lecture for signing in and getting to blackboard quickly etc
DdavoDON29

Ceased support to Mac

This worked fine when I started my studies last year, but recent updates did not include Macs (tho they did include iPads). Typing up work and submitting on a tablet is not as comfortable or practical as using a Mac. Nor will everyone who has purchased a Mac have access to a tablet. Please reconsider.
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not working

keeps showing black screen and won’t let me do anything
Hharoon12141

iPad Support is limited.

Using this app on an iPad will make your neck hurt since the screen doesn’t rotate to horizontal when used on one. This needs fixing.
TTh3s3Nuts

Crashing

Very convenient, but for the last couple weeks it has been crashing, so preventing me from recording my attendance.
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FAQ

What can Beacon do for students?

Beacon provides a digital guide to student life, allowing users to view timetables, campus maps, contact details for staff and services, check PC availability, and browse news and events.

Is Beacon free to use?

Yes, Beacon is available for free download and use. It is supported by advertisements.

What devices does Beacon support?

Beacon is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

How often is Beacon updated?

The latest version is 4.6.0, last updated on March 16, 2026. Update frequency is not explicitly detailed but indicates ongoing development.

What is the age rating for Beacon?

Beacon has an age rating of 17+, suggesting it contains content suitable for mature teenagers and adults.

Does Beacon offer offline access to features?

The description does not specify offline functionality. Features like viewing timetables and maps may require an internet connection.

Can Beacon help me find specific rooms on campus?

Yes, Beacon can provide directions to rooms and places on campus, aiding in navigation.

Does Beacon have ads?

Yes, Beacon contains advertisements as part of its ad-supported monetization model.