Library spaces
The library offers a variety of spaces to suit many self-directed study needs.
Please be aware that we do not have spaces suitable for online interviews, exams, lectures that require you to participate or the recording of presentations. There may be alternative spaces across campus that will provide for these if needed.
Library study zones
Silent zones - Floor 02, Floor 1, and Floor 2
These zones are for those studying alone and in silence.
Quiet zones - Floor 1 extension and Floor 0
These zones are for those studying in pairs quietly. You may not speak louder than a whisper.
Group study zone - Floor 01
This zone is for those studying in a group of three or more who need to talk to one another.
Bookable library spaces
Group study tables - Floor 01
These tables are around the edge of the main group study area. You will need to book a table before you can use it.
Study carrels - Floor 02
Study carrels are only for use by students who have been granted access as part of their LSP (Learner Support Profile). You will need to book a study carrel before you can use it.
Family Study Room – Floor 0
A dedicated bookable room for you to use when you need to bring your child(ren) with you to study in the library. The room can only be booked by one family group at a time. The room is equipped with a desk, power sockets and a chair which can be used for breastfeeding, as well as child friendly furniture, books and colouring equipment.
You must register before you can use the room. Registration forms are available from the Library Enquiry Desk. Once registered, you can book the Family Study Room online.
Other library spaces
Calm Space - Floor 0
The Calm Space is a designated area for you to take a few minutes to rest and recharge alone. There is a selection of wellbeing books available for you to read and borrow and a free book exchange.
Library Postgraduate - Floor 1
For use by postgraduate research students, located in room 1.05.
Alternative spaces
- Department – some departments have common rooms and their own computer labs. Check with your department to find out what facilities are available to you.
- PC cluster rooms – These are available across campus; you can check availability on the University Portal.
- Room bookings – you can book rooms across campus for study and some social activities.
- Postgraduate Research Lounge (PGR Lounge) - for use by postgraduate research students, located in Carlton Building.
- Quiet room – for use by students who have been granted access as part of their LSP (Learner Support Profile).
- Student Central – a designated social and study space, with easy access to hot and cold food, where noise will not disturb other students.
- Student Union – spaces suitable for student society meetings and activities are available for booking.
- Prayer room – located in Carlton Building.