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We support learning, teaching and research at @ucl.ac.uk and manage libraries and learning spaces, covering a wide range of specialist subjects.
Find out more: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/
Find out more: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/
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New to UCL and wondering how to access our libraries and resources? Check out our Getting Started page for everything you need to know as a new student. https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library/getting-started
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More bookable spaces at the IOE Library! Two booths on Level 4 can now be reserved, ideal for up to four people. They both have sockets and whiteboards. Group Booth 1 is close to the stairs, and Group Booth 3 is at the back of Level 4. Book now: library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk
January 20, 2026 at 3:17 PM
More bookable spaces at the IOE Library! Two booths on Level 4 can now be reserved, ideal for up to four people. They both have sockets and whiteboards. Group Booth 1 is close to the stairs, and Group Booth 3 is at the back of Level 4. Book now: library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk
Learn more about the study of disease with a redisplay of specimens from the UCL Pathology Museum at the Cruciform Hub. See the collection and take part in a quiz to test your knowledge.
Please note the display contains human remains.
Please note the display contains human remains.
January 20, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Learn more about the study of disease with a redisplay of specimens from the UCL Pathology Museum at the Cruciform Hub. See the collection and take part in a quiz to test your knowledge.
Please note the display contains human remains.
Please note the display contains human remains.
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Event: Wednesday, 21 January 10:00am@the UCL Joint Library of Ophthalmology, Viewing the historical ophthalmic instruments and rare books. To visit register for this event library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk/event/4453302
January 16, 2026 at 9:36 AM
Event: Wednesday, 21 January 10:00am@the UCL Joint Library of Ophthalmology, Viewing the historical ophthalmic instruments and rare books. To visit register for this event library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk/event/4453302
Learn about the importance of accurately acknowledging sources. Find out more and book your place at the upcoming Library Skills session 'Introduction to referencing' on 20 January. library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk/event/4457116
January 15, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Learn about the importance of accurately acknowledging sources. Find out more and book your place at the upcoming Library Skills session 'Introduction to referencing' on 20 January. library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk/event/4457116
The university is expecting to welcome thousands of people for the UCL200 bicentennial celebrations. To help ensure security, the Main Library will close at 4pm each day on 10 - 13 February. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
January 13, 2026 at 10:27 AM
The university is expecting to welcome thousands of people for the UCL200 bicentennial celebrations. To help ensure security, the Main Library will close at 4pm each day on 10 - 13 February. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
New to UCL and wondering how to access our libraries and resources? Check out our Getting Started page for everything you need to know as a new student. https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library/getting-started
January 12, 2026 at 9:28 AM
New to UCL and wondering how to access our libraries and resources? Check out our Getting Started page for everything you need to know as a new student. https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library/getting-started
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One month to go… UCL turns 200! 🎉
On 11 February, we kick off #UCL200 – a year of celebrations marking our radical founding in 1826 as London’s first university, open to all. Expect parties, exhibitions, student festivals, art, books, performances, and more.
Get ready!
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On 11 February, we kick off #UCL200 – a year of celebrations marking our radical founding in 1826 as London’s first university, open to all. Expect parties, exhibitions, student festivals, art, books, performances, and more.
Get ready!
@uclspeccoll.bsky.social
January 11, 2026 at 2:08 PM
One month to go… UCL turns 200! 🎉
On 11 February, we kick off #UCL200 – a year of celebrations marking our radical founding in 1826 as London’s first university, open to all. Expect parties, exhibitions, student festivals, art, books, performances, and more.
Get ready!
@uclspeccoll.bsky.social
On 11 February, we kick off #UCL200 – a year of celebrations marking our radical founding in 1826 as London’s first university, open to all. Expect parties, exhibitions, student festivals, art, books, performances, and more.
Get ready!
@uclspeccoll.bsky.social
The Main Library will not be open on the 10 and 11 January due to planned electrical works associated with the ongoing UCL200 refurbishment project. The Main Library will re-open as usual on Monday 12 January. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
January 8, 2026 at 3:34 PM
The Main Library will not be open on the 10 and 11 January due to planned electrical works associated with the ongoing UCL200 refurbishment project. The Main Library will re-open as usual on Monday 12 January. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
Information for students accessing study spaces during the winter break is available. Find out more about opening hours and available library services here. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
December 23, 2025 at 12:15 PM
Information for students accessing study spaces during the winter break is available. Find out more about opening hours and available library services here. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
In celebration of Disability History Month, students and staff have shared their book recommendations with us. Read through the list here: https://bit.ly/3KYzkAk
December 22, 2025 at 4:56 PM
In celebration of Disability History Month, students and staff have shared their book recommendations with us. Read through the list here: https://bit.ly/3KYzkAk
We have demonstrated our commitment to supporting student success in 2024-25 by transforming our study spaces, prioritising diverse learning needs. Read more in the LCCOS Annual Report here: www.ucl.ac.uk/lccos/about-...
December 17, 2025 at 9:11 AM
We have demonstrated our commitment to supporting student success in 2024-25 by transforming our study spaces, prioritising diverse learning needs. Read more in the LCCOS Annual Report here: www.ucl.ac.uk/lccos/about-...
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Join Professor Philip Schofield and Dr Jane Gilmour in the latest episode of Beautiful Minds as they debunk the myths around Tourette's.
Listen now: bit.ly/448WE4H
#Tourettes #BeautifulMinds
Listen now: bit.ly/448WE4H
#Tourettes #BeautifulMinds
December 4, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Join Professor Philip Schofield and Dr Jane Gilmour in the latest episode of Beautiful Minds as they debunk the myths around Tourette's.
Listen now: bit.ly/448WE4H
#Tourettes #BeautifulMinds
Listen now: bit.ly/448WE4H
#Tourettes #BeautifulMinds
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We're delighted to launch a new display in Queen Square (QS) Library marking the 200th anniversary of Jean-Martin Charcot’s birth and the QS connections of this seminal figure in the history of medicine and neurology. Handout and photos available at www.queensquare.org.uk/archives #EYAanniversaries
December 4, 2025 at 11:15 AM
We're delighted to launch a new display in Queen Square (QS) Library marking the 200th anniversary of Jean-Martin Charcot’s birth and the QS connections of this seminal figure in the history of medicine and neurology. Handout and photos available at www.queensquare.org.uk/archives #EYAanniversaries
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On International Day of People with Disabilities, part of UK Disability History Month, we’re sharing how UCL is working to create inclusive and inspiring spaces for everyone. Learn more and explore what’s happening: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/nov/disability-history-month-2025-ucl
December 3, 2025 at 3:06 PM
On International Day of People with Disabilities, part of UK Disability History Month, we’re sharing how UCL is working to create inclusive and inspiring spaces for everyone. Learn more and explore what’s happening: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/nov/disability-history-month-2025-ucl
Library Skills training sessions are open for bookings. Find out more and get research support online or in person. https://library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/skills
December 1, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Library Skills training sessions are open for bookings. Find out more and get research support online or in person. https://library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/skills
Understanding copyright is a key part of information and digital literacy. Find out more about our available training to support your study and skills development. https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/learning-teaching-support/ucl-copyright-advice/copyright-training
November 24, 2025 at 11:34 AM
Understanding copyright is a key part of information and digital literacy. Find out more about our available training to support your study and skills development. https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/learning-teaching-support/ucl-copyright-advice/copyright-training
This year's theme for Disability History Month is ‘Disability, Life and Death’, challenging the assisted suicide legislation which is currently progressing through UK parliament. Share your book recommendations here: https://ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/DisabilityHistoryMonth
November 14, 2025 at 9:59 AM
This year's theme for Disability History Month is ‘Disability, Life and Death’, challenging the assisted suicide legislation which is currently progressing through UK parliament. Share your book recommendations here: https://ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/DisabilityHistoryMonth
Wondering how to stay on the right side of copyright while diving into your course readings? Come along to the Teaching and Learning Services and Copyright drop-in at IOE library on 25 November. https://blogs.ucl.ac.uk/reading-lists/2025/10/22/be-copyright-wise-and-use-your-online-reading-list/
November 7, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Wondering how to stay on the right side of copyright while diving into your course readings? Come along to the Teaching and Learning Services and Copyright drop-in at IOE library on 25 November. https://blogs.ucl.ac.uk/reading-lists/2025/10/22/be-copyright-wise-and-use-your-online-reading-list/
It was a great turn out at the recent History Day fair held at Senate House. Our Subject Liaison Librarians and colleagues from Special Collections staffed a stand at the event promoting our extensive collections, both print and digital. #HistDay25
November 7, 2025 at 9:46 AM
It was a great turn out at the recent History Day fair held at Senate House. Our Subject Liaison Librarians and colleagues from Special Collections staffed a stand at the event promoting our extensive collections, both print and digital. #HistDay25
Improve your library skills and make best use of our resources during your studies. Sign up for a session here: https://library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/skills
November 4, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Improve your library skills and make best use of our resources during your studies. Sign up for a session here: https://library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/skills
Learn about ongoing collection-based projects and network with like-minded individuals. Join us and come along to History Day at Senate House on 4 November. #HistDay25
History Day 2025
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October 27, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Learn about ongoing collection-based projects and network with like-minded individuals. Join us and come along to History Day at Senate House on 4 November. #HistDay25
In celebration of Black History Month, students and staff have shared their book recommendations with us. Read through the list here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news/2025/oct/books-celebrate-black-history-month
October 27, 2025 at 9:37 AM
In celebration of Black History Month, students and staff have shared their book recommendations with us. Read through the list here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news/2025/oct/books-celebrate-black-history-month
See one of the largest folklore collections in the world from the Folklore Society Library, deposited at UCL in 1911. View the display at UCL East Library until 5 December.
October 24, 2025 at 11:43 AM
See one of the largest folklore collections in the world from the Folklore Society Library, deposited at UCL in 1911. View the display at UCL East Library until 5 December.
Discover our rare archives and collections alongside resources from over 70 different institutions. Join us and come along to History Day at Senate House on 4 November. #HistDay25
History Day 2025
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October 20, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Discover our rare archives and collections alongside resources from over 70 different institutions. Join us and come along to History Day at Senate House on 4 November. #HistDay25