Join the Library

University of London students and staff are eligible for access under the University of London Libraries Access Agreement.

1. Staff, PhD and part-time students may be able to borrow material. Register with SCONUL Access if you think you are eligible and you want to borrow.

2. Complete our application form.

3. We will send you an email with further instructions.

It may take up to 5 working days for us to process your application.

UK university students and staff should follow these steps. Ensure you complete step 1 (registering with SCONUL) before proceeding to step 2 (registering with us):

1. Register for SCONUL Access.

2. Complete our application form. 

3. We will send you an email with further instructions.

It may take up to 5 working days for us to process your application.

If you want to use our archives and special collections then you should:

1. Complete our application form (tell us what you want to use so we can book your appointment)

2. We will send you an email with further instructions.

It may take up to 5 working days for us to process your application.

If you would like to use our collections then you should:

1. Complete our application form.

2. We will send you an email with further instructions.

It may take up to 5 working days for us to process your application.

LSE Alumni are very welcome to continue to use the Library.

Find out how to apply for an alumni card. 

Your LSE card is your Library and School ID card. You don't need to apply to access LSE Library and you have full access to our services.

New students (including intercollegiate students) receive their cards from the Student Services Centre after they have registered with the School.