Welcome.
As a UAL student you can access all of our libraries. The libraries have open access and bookable study spaces with computers, photocopying and printing facilities. You can also borrow a laptop and get help from the library staff to develop your research or digital skills.
Contact us on our Ask enquiry service
View our Big Welcome pages to find out more about the libraries this year, watch our welcome video and explore the links below.
A Big Welcome from UAL Library Services
An introduction to UAL Library Services for new and returning students.
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Ana Escobar, Photograph: Ana Escobar
Book a study space.
Books study spaces in advance
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Ana_Escobar, LCF Library. Image by Ana Escobar , 2013
Library Search
Search the catalogue, find articles, see your account details and find resources on your subject.
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Questions? Chat to us
We're here to help on Live Chat. You can also find answers to frequently asked questions or submit a query.
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Camberwell Library by Ana Escobar, 2018
Service hours
Libraries and Learning Zones are open. Opening hours may vary between sites and may change at short notice. Please check here for updates.
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Ana Escobar,
Using the libraries
Borrowing, customer service, study areas, research, printing and copying, and policies.
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Academic Support
Student resources, including support for your studies and copyright information.
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'overheard on the underground', LCC Library, by Anne Odling-Smee, 2015, LCC Library. 'overheard-on-the-underground' Image courtesy of UAL Library Service
Archives and Special Collections
Discover the archives of UAL - including the Archives and Special Collections Centre and the Stanley Kubrick Archive.
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Ana Escobar, LCF Library. Image by Ana Escobar 2013
Alumni and visitors
Book for visitor access to the libraries, archives and special collections.
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Image courtesy of UAL,
Get in touch - and send feedback
Contact any of our libraries, and let us know your queries.
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By Ana Escobar,
Sensus Access - make your documents more accessible
SensusAccess allows anyone with a UAL email account to upload a document and convert it to a more accessible format.
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CSM Library feedback wall Credit: Ana Blumenkron 2022
Customer Service Standards
Find out about our values, vision and service standards
Connect on social media
Library stories
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Photo credit: LCF Stratford interior Jayne Batch 2023 LCF Library closure and resources information Summer 2023
Other services that are available for you whilst LCF library is closed this summer.
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A Big Welcome from Library Services
Here is a quick guide with the top 10 things you need to know to get started with Library Services.
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STOLL showcase at LCF Library
A new exhibition of items from STOLL Collections is on display at LCF Library.
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Image courtesy of UAL Archives and Special Collections Centre retains National Archives accreditation
UAL's Archives and Special Collections Centre, (ASCC) which holds over 45 collections including the work of Stanley Kubrick, Tom Eckersley and Her Noise, has retained its Archive Service Accreditation.
We have been accredited with Customer Service Excellence.