College library services | University College Birmingham

Excellent resources and expert support

We want to help you achieve your very best at University College Birmingham. Our library services are available to provide you with the help, information and study space you need to succeed.

Within our library facilities, you can find extensive collections including everything from books and newspapers to electronic journals, e-books and a wide range of other digital resources. You'll also have access to computers and quiet areas for study, while our expert staff are on hand to offer support and advice in how to research for your assignments.

If you're already a student at University College Birmingham, you can find out more about the library by visiting the Portal.

Our services include:

Online library providing 24/7 access to over 150 million digital resources
Expert support from senior library assistants and academic librarians
Study areas with PCs, space for laptops and access to Wi-Fi through the Eduroam network
Term-time opening until midnight from Monday to Friday as well as opening hours during weekends.

Study spaces

Within our library facilities, you'll find quiet areas where you can focus on your studies. Our library assistants are available to show you the book collections and help you find what you need.

We have study spaces across our campus buildings depending on your type and level of study, including our Baskerville House Library, Summer Row and Camden House. Find out more here.

Check the opening times for the Baskerville House and Summer Row libraries here.

Assignment assistance

If you need support with researching or referencing for your assignments, our Further Education and Sixth Form Librarian is here to help you. They provide sessions in classes and tutorials offering guidance on how to find information and building your research abilities, giving you valuable skills for your studies and beyond.

To get in touch with your librarian, you can either book an appointment by emailing library@ucb.ac.uk or by visiting Summer Row Library. You can also call the library team on 0121 232 4055.

If you require further help with your studies in general – such as how to understand assignment briefs, how to plan your work or how to write in academic style – you can get dedicated support from our staff at the Centre for Academic Skills and English (CASE).

"I am able to access a lot of resources which I would not have access to without the library. I am able to go into the library at any time of day to get work done. The library system is very supportive and easily accessible to everyone."

"All of the academic librarians have been absolutely excellent in supporting me with finding material regarding my topics."

"There are plenty of books and journals to use to complete my assignments. Staff are extremely supportive and help me find what I need."

"I can see the changes and impact using the library has made on my assignments. All the staff are friendly and helpful in finding my reading material."

Comments from our students

Library opening times

Baskerville House Library

Term time

Monday to Friday: 8am-midnight
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-5pm

Vacation

Monday to Friday: 9am-7pm
Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Summer Row Library

Monday to Friday: 9am-5pm
Weekends and vacations: Closed

Please note: The library is closed on all bank holidays, as well as for two weeks during the Christmas and New Year period. Exact dates for our Christmas closure will be shared with you closer to the time, or you can check our Contact Us page where this information will be published in December.