Using the Library

Two students chatting on staircase of level 3 in Pilkington Library, featuring self service area and machines in the background

Welcome to the Using the Library section of the website. Here you'll find information about joining the library, borrowing and returning books, the types of study spaces available and how you can book them. Details about computers, wifi and printers within the Library is also available as well as information on how to access other libraries if needed.

Joining the library

Learn how to join the University Library

Borrowing

Information on loan allowances and loan periods.

Study spaces

Information about the types of study space you can use within the library.

IT and printing

Information about the IT, wifi and printing facilities in the library.
Room booking system

Accessing other libraries

Information about the SCONUL Access scheme and British Library access.

Accessing other libraries