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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: www.ucl.ac.uk/library

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
This year's theme for Black History Month is “Honouring Our Communities”, celebrating everyday acts and reflecting the fact that Black history is not only made through landmark events or by famous names. Share your book recommendations here: ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/BlackHisto...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Our guides, training and support enable you to develop your information literacy skills. Find out more and make the best use of our libraries. library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/training-s…
Students talking to each other in a shared workspace at the library.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Get to know our libraries and find your way around them with a self- guided tour. Find out more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library…
Statue of St. Michael in the Flaxman Gallery.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Welcome to UCL! Check out our guidance for first time library users and find out more about our services. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library…
Two students holding books and examining library shelves.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Wondering how AI can help with your assignments? Our new Library Skills sessions will explore how to use it responsibly through your research journey, from first ideas to citing your sources. library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk/calenda…
Two students looking into a laptop screen.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
This year's theme for East and South East Asian Heritage Month is “Evolving Threads”, honouring the ways that communities remain deeply connected across generations, borders and movements. Share your book recommendations here: ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/EastAndS…
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
We have an extensive range of collections including manuscripts, archives and rare books. Find out more on how to access here. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/collections
A student and member of staff examining a rare book.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
To highlight South Asian Heritage Month, students and staff across @ucl.ac.uk have shared their book recommendations with us. Find out more and read through the list here. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Joint Library of Ophthalmology collections are relocating. Read more about the move and how to access the collections in 2026-27: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
Institute of Ophthalmology building.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
We are currently having issues with printing Membership cards at UCL East. Please pick up your card from our Bloomsbury campus. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Get started with copyright! Find out more and learn about its importance here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/learning-teac…
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Recent news mention that a group of publishers, including Elsevier, have filed a lawsuit against Meta for copyright infringement. Read more here: blogs.ucl.ac.uk/copyright/20...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Due to a staff training day, most of our library and museum spaces will be closed on 15 July. Find out more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
A student working on a laptop in a library study space.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
This year's theme for South Asian Heritage Month is "Unity in Diversity”, seeking to celebrate the beauty and strength diversity brings across the region. Share your book recommendations here. ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/SouthAsian...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
This year's theme for Pride Month is "Embracing everyone: a home for all of London’s LGBTQIA+ communities”, seeking to celebrate progress made towards inclusion. Share your book recommendations here. ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/Pride2026
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Discover our vast collection of journals, books, articles, databases, reading lists, digital collections and archives with Explore. Find out more here: library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/explore
A student using a laptop.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Due to the UCL200 Summer Festival, the Main Library will operate with reduced opening hours from 30 May - 7 June. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/usin...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
A list of book recommendations from the @ucl.ac.uk community inspired by the 2026 theme for Mental Health Awareness Week: action. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
Two people sitting on the ground against a large, plain wooden wall, with bags beside them and a tree branch entering the frame from above.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Need a desk to study at? Find out more about current seat usage throughout our library spaces. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library…
A student studying in the library.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Find the library for you! Use our tool to learn about opening hours, available spaces and facility features. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library…
Library bookcases.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
We have bookable study spaces across our libraries. Find out more about availability and book here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library…
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Undertaking a dissertation or research project? Find out more about our available resources and support for students here. library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/dissertati…
Students with laptops having a group discussion.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week, we would like to compile a list of book recommendations. This year's theme is “Action: for yourself, for someone else, for all”. ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/MentalHe…
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Our study spaces will be prioritised for @ucl.ac.uk students during the exam revision period, between 27 April and 29 May. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/usin...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Find out more about our managed service to cater to your print needs across our sites. Get started here: www.ucl.ac.uk/isd/services/print-co…
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
We would like to wish you all a good Easter Break. Find out more about library opening hours and access to online resources here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
In celebration of Women's History Month, students and staff across @ucl.ac.uk have shared their book recommendations with us. Find out more and read through the list here. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
The UCL Office for Open Science and Scholarship supports the adoption of Open practices and approaches. Find out more and get support with your research projects. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/open-science-…
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
A new display in the Main Library explores the history of some of @ucl.ac.uk’s key collections, and the staff who developed them. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news... #UCL200
Display case in UCL’s Main Library showing books, documents, and objects under glass, with purple panels advertising the ‘On the Shelf’ display about 200 years of collecting at UCL.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
This year's theme for Women’s History Month is Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future, seeking to celebrate women's sustainability efforts. Share your book recommendations here. ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/WomensHist...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Understanding copyright helps you respect others’ creativity and protect your own. Find out more about available resources and support. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/learning-teac…
Students smiling while on a rooftop deck with UCL’s portico in the background.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
In celebration of LGBT+ History Month, students and staff across @ucl.ac.uk have shared their book recommendations with us. Find out more and read through the list here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
The entrance to the Main Library has now reopened following the completion of the bicentennial refurbishment works. Read more here: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
Students passing through the main library entrance barriers.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Whether you are using text and images in a thesis, wanting to understand publishing contracts, or interested in general guidance on copyright, we have a session to support you. Register here: library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk/calenda…
Students listening to a speaker in a lecture theatre.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Using artificial intelligence in research and education raises many questions around copyright. Join us on 4 March for an interactive workshop on copyright and GenAI with guest speaker, Ben White. library-calendars.ucl.ac.uk/event/4…
Students with laptops in a lecture theatre.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
On Love your Libraries Day, Student Storyteller Solomiia explores how UCL’s libraries and academic support services provide guidance, spaces and skills that help students thrive. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2026/feb/love-yo…
Students working together in the library.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Make the best use of our libraries and resources. Find out more about our guides and training to develop your library and information literacy skills. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/learning-teac…
Students studying in the library.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Due to unforeseen electrical issues, the Main Library is closed until further notice. Users may collect Click and Collect items as usual from the Help Point. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/news...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
This year's theme for LGBT+ History Month is Science and Innovation, celebrating the contributions of LGBT+ people throughout history and raising awareness of their discoveries. Share your book recommendations here: ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/LGBTplus…
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Looking into using the library? Find out about our study spaces, opening hours, borrowing items, membership and more. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library
A student using their ID card to pass through the barrier gates.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Trying to access books, journals or electronic resources in our libraries? Find out more about available guidance here. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/finding-resou…
A student reading a book in the library.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
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.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
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
A student working on a laptop in a library.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
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...
View through a window of two people studying at a long wooden table in a library, surrounded by shelves of books.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
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. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/using-library…
Students sat on a stone bench. There is an engraved UCL logo on the wall.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
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...
Two people working on laptops at a wooden table in a library surrounded by tall shelves of books.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
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...
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
In celebration of Disability History Month, students and staff have shared their book recommendations with us. Read through the list here: bit.ly/3KYzkAk
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
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-...
Students at the UCL Science Library.
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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Library Skills training sessions are open for bookings. Find out more and get research support online or in person. library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/skills
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