Library collections and services

Collections, digital and print resources, Academic Support Librarians and Heritage Collections.

A wide range of library services, collections and study spaces are provided to support both taught and research elements of students’ work. Collections include print and digital books and journals, rare books and special collections, artworks, images, museum items and archives. Digital and print library resources are available for students based in Edinburgh. In addition to electronic resources, printed library materials are digitised where possible for students undertaking online or distance learning.

Library services

Using the Library for online learning

Academic Support Librarians

There is an Academic Support Librarian allocated to each School. Their role is to:

  • Provide advice and assistance on using library services and collections.
  • Demonstrate the use of information resources by arranging subject-specific information skills sessions.
  • Help students with research by arranging one-to-one advice sessions.
  • Advise on research data management.

Academic Support Librarians

Heritage Collections

The University holds internationally-significant heritage and cultural collections of many different types, from medieval manuscripts to historic musical instruments to contemporary art, and more. Access is provided across several sites, including the Centre for Research Collections, School of Scottish Studies Archive & Library, New College Library, and St Cecilia's Concert Hall and Music Museum.

Heritage Collections