Beacon, developed by Staffordshire University Digital Services, is an Android application that serves as a digital guide to student life. The app is designed to learn more and more skills and knowledge over the years to come. It offers a wide range of features that make it an indispensable tool for students.

With Beacon, students can view their timetable, search the staff directory, and access contact details for their lecturers, personal tutor, and course leader. The app also allows students to check the availability of PCs, request important documents, browse news and events, order a new student card, and search for societies and clubs to join. Additionally, Beacon provides directions to rooms and places on the campus and offers answers to common questions across all university services including Careers, Counselling, Digital, International Student, Library, Student Enabling, Student Services and Students' Union.

Overall, Beacon is a must-have app for any student looking to make the most out of their university experience. The app is available for free and is easy to use, making it a convenient tool for students to manage their academic and social lives.