Library Opening Hours

Ulster University Library Opening Hours (Sat 22nd May - Sun 19th September 2021)
DayOpenClosed
Monday 8.45am 5pm
Tuesday 8.45am 5pm
Wednesday 8.45am 5pm
Thursday 8.45am 5pm
Friday 8.45am 4pm
Saturday CLOSED  
Sunday CLOSED  

The Library will be closed Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th July.

Use Library Answers, our fully searchable FAQ service, to answer any queries you may have or to submit your own question. Alternatively, contact us directly via Library Chat for a real-time response.

The Virtual Library is open and our full range of e-resources are available online 24/7.

Visiting our Campus Libraries

Who can visit campus libraries?

Campus libraries are open to students and staff of the University.

What should I do before visiting a campus library?

Read the guidelines set out in the University's Return to Campus: Key information webpage.

What services are available?

  • The 'Reserve and Collect' service allows you to request books in advance of coming to campus. Bookshelves will not be accessible to library users.
  • Study Spaces
  • Group Study Rooms
  • Computers
  • Printing, copying and scanning.
  • Help from Library staff.
  • The Document Delivery service is available and books requested can be picked up in each campus library.
  • Library staff can retrieve print journals and reference materials for you to consult. Please arrange in advance via email to Campus Library Managers.
  • Library staff can retrieve materials from Special Collections for you to consult. Please arrange in advance via email to Special Collections.
  • You will not be able to borrow a laptop at this time.

What measures are in place to provide a safe study environment?

Library capacity and study spaces is reduced in each library and will be monitored by library staff.

Study space capacity in each campus library is as follows:

  • Belfast: 22
  • Coleraine: 96
  • Jordanstown: 218
  • Magee: 74

All areas are cleaned in accordance with University infection control guidelines.

One-way systems and other social distancing measures are in place throughout each library.