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The Reading Room is located at the basement level within the Library building which has extended opening hours to facilitate quiet study.
Reading Room
There is a Reading Room at basement level within the Library building which has extended opening hours to facilitate quiet study.
Location: Library Basement Level
Hours: Usually 7:00am – 2:30am, check the opening hours for out of term and holiday hours
Access: Any registered students, swipe ID card to enter
If you are having trouble accessing the room, please contact University Security.
Postgraduate Reading Room
There is a Postgraduate Reading Room on the first floor of the James Hardiman Library which aims to provide a quiet study environment specifically for postgraduate students. This room can accommodate 24 readers.
Location: Main Library First Floor
Hours: See Library opening hours
Access: Postgraduate students only
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