Using our libraries

Help maintain a library space that works for everyone. We want our libraries to be reliable, fulfilling spaces of study that accommodate each students needs. To do that we must all work together, here is how we can do that.

Be considerate

We want everyone to feel comfortable in our libraries and have the most successful time studying they can. In order for this to happen, all our users should be kind and considerate when using our spaces. Here are things you can do.

  • Respect the silent study zones, there are plenty of areas in both libraries and study spaces across campus where you can work and are welcome to chat. A member of library staff can help you find the closest.
  • When in a silent study zone, keep your phone on silent, even listening to a quick voicenote on the lowest volume setting or having your phone on vibrate can be distracting for those around you.
  • Don't eat in the libraries or study spaces. Food can be eaten in some designated areas (Discussion Zones are available in the ASSL, Medical and Physics Libraries). Remember that taking a break and leaving your desk is good for your mental health and well-being.
  • Clear your desk when you leave, there are plenty of rubbish and recycling bins in all of our libraries so there is no reason to leave rubbish. 
  • Hot food, deliveries and takeaways are not welcome in any our libraries, they are simply too messy and smelly.
  • No one likes a desk hog, there are plenty of study spaces that don't fill up, so if you're struggling to find a seat take a look through our range of Study spaces, ask a member of staff for recommendations or use the Find a study seat service to see which spaces are quieter.
  • If you need to work in a group we completely understand - and that is why we have Group Study Spaces! Students can reserve up to 2 hours of group study space a day, just remember to have the space ready for the next person before the end of your slot and to please cancel your booking if you are unable to make it.
  • Libraries are not places for sleeping, so no matter how comfortable you feel in our libraries we will wake you up and potentially ask you to leave if you keep falling asleep as, especially in busy periods, it isn't fair for people who need a library seat. 

Types of Study Zones

Unsure what different types of study spaces are available in the libraries? Visit our Types of Study Zones page to find out more!