Campus libraries
We have six campus libraries with study spaces, computing facilities and resources on a variety of subject areas.
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
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
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.
Term time opening hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:45am - 5pm
Friday: 8:45am - 4:30pm
Vacation opening hours
Vacation opening hours are dependent on staff availability. Please phone ahead to ensure that the Library is open on the day that you plan to visit.
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 - Thursday: 8:45am - 5pm
Friday: 8:45am - 4:30pm
Saturday & Sunday: closed
Email: oatridgelibrary@sruc.ac.uk
SRUC Auchincruive, Ayr
We are currently in a restructuring process. Details of the library facilities at this campus will follow soon.
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