Campus libraries
We have six campus libraries with study spaces, computing facilities and resources on a variety of subject areas.
Take a look at our library catalogue
Important: Read the latest updates about library services and hours of operation during Covid-19.
Please note for all libraries:
- Some services may not be available during evenings or weekends
- Extended opening hours may be offered during term
- Please ask Library staff for further details
SRUC Barony, Dumfries
Term time opening hours
Monday to Friday: 9am - 4:30pm (closed 12-12:30pm for lunch)
Saturday and Sunday: closed
Vacation opening hours
Opening hours during the vacation period are dependent on staff holidays. Please phone ahead, to ensure that the library is open on the day that you plan to visit.
Email: baronylibrary@sruc.ac.uk
Telephone: 01387 860 251
SRUC Craibstone Estate, Aberdeen
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 8:45am - 5pm (closed between 12-1pm for lunch)
Saturday and Sunday: closed
Email: aberdeenlibrary@sruc.ac.uk
Telephone: 0122 471 1057
SRUC Elmwood, Fife
Our Library offers a wide range of resources and facilities, including flexible learning facilities, to support staff and students within a user-friendly study environment.
A variety of study spaces for group or individual work enables students to carry out research and prepare their project work, while our networked and 'wireless' IT facilities offer the opportunity to put a professional finish to their work.
Opening hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9am - 4pm (closed 12-1pm for lunch)
Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday: closed
Email: elmwoodlibrary@sruc.ac.uk
Telephone: 0133 465 8810
SRUC King's Buildings, Edinburgh
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 8:45am - 5pm
Saturday and Sunday: closed
Occasionally the library has to unexpectedly close due to unforeseen circumstances, such as staff sickness. If you're planning a visit from further away please call ahead or check Moodle for any library-related updates.
Email: edinburghlibrary@sruc.ac.uk
Telephone: 0131 535 4117
SRUC Oatridge, West Lothian
Term time opening hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:45am - 5pm
Friday: 8:45am - 12pm
Saturday and Sunday: closed
Email: oatridgelibrary@sruc.ac.uk
SRUC Riverside, Ayr
The library is a pleasant environment for private research and study and it also has provision for students to book rooms for study group meetings and seminars.
Term time opening hours
Monday to Thursday: 9am - 9pm
Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
Sunday: Closed
Evenings and weekends are staffed by University of the West of Scotland staff only.
Please note: SRUC staff will be available Monday to Thursday 8:45am - 5:15pm and Friday 8:45am - 4:45pm only during term time. Outside these times some services, such as password resets, will not be available. For any queries please contact the library.
Email: ayrlibrary@sruc.ac.uk
Telephone: 0129 288 6413 ext: 414
Issue desk: 0129 288 6345
Frequently asked questions
*Important: Read the latest updates about library services and hours of operation during Covid-19.
The FAQ section below is no longer being updated. However, we have kept these old questions and answers available as they may be helpful to you.
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