Libraries

Our well stocked and equipped libraries are part of our Student Centres – one in Cheltenham and one in Gloucester.

Our extensive resources support first year undergraduates through to PhD students

24/7 access to learning resources and spaces

Our Student Centres house extensive subject-related resources as well as specialist support services.

A comprehensive range of e-books, journals and databases available anytime anywhere
Access resources from other libraries
Group study areas with coffee facilities
Quiet research areas
Inductions, digital literacy and study skills sessions that are fully integrated with your course

For more information, explore University of Gloucestershire library website.

Library website

Open access computing, Wi-Fi and photocopying

Over 500 open-access computers are provided at our campuses, with some dedicated rooms providing 24/7 access. PCs and Macs are available at each campus, and each computer has the latest version of Microsoft Office installed.

Self-service lockers allow you to loan a laptop for up to 6 hours

The university provides free wireless internet access (eduroam) to all staff and students. WiFi is available on all campuses in the libraries, teaching spaces, SU bars, refectories and at many other locations on each campus.

You can wirelessly print in our libraries too, with extensive scanning and photocopying facilities are also provided

Close up of a digitally created image of an eye.

Library Discovery

Library Discovery is the University of Gloucestershire’s Library online catalogue and search tool. Use Discovery to find and access:

Books and ebooks
Academic journals
Journal articles
Market reports
Archive materials
…and more.

Library Discovery

Advice and support

Extensive advice and support is available throughout your time with us.

Nova, our Digital Student Assistant, is available 24/7, providing instant access to advice and guidance when you need it.

Our Student Centres at Francis Close Hall in Cheltenham and Oxstalls in Gloucester provide access to in-person support, including specialist services.

The Students’ Union also provide a range of advice and services.

External library memberships

You don’t need to be a current student or staff member to access our libraries. Individuals are welcome to join the Library by applying for membership. Details of our External Library membership scheme and how to apply can be found in the guide below.

NB: Terms and conditions of external library membership may be subject to change at short notice. Current external members will be notified in advance where possible.

External memberships guide

SCONUL access scheme

If you’re studying at another academic institution, you may qualify for the SCONUL scheme which provides free access to many university libraries. Details of the scheme and how to apply can be found in the guide below.

SCONUL access scheme guide

Get in touch

If you are considering applying to study at University of Gloucestershire, you are welcome to get in touch to find out more about library and information resources.

Contact [email protected] if you’d like to enquire about library membership

Special Collections and Archives

We hold the historic records of University of Gloucestershire, predecessor colleges and several special collections relating to Gloucestershire and beyond.

Open to students, staff and members of the public, the service offers a wide range of archive and special collections material for your research.

Find out more