Our dedicated and informal study areas and computer labs are complemented by a host of other study resources nearby. HTML Image Access to the Student Research Rooms (SRR) is via Floor 2M and 3 of the School’s accommodation at Doorway 4, Teviot Place. All staff and students of the School of History, Classics and Archaeology are welcome to use the SRR for study and consultation of the book collections. Access to the SRR is linked to your access to the building. For undergraduate students this is limited to the hours from 08:00 to 17:50 (Monday to Friday) for safety and security reasons. If you need help in finding Library materials for your courses, please contact the School’s Academic Support Librarian, Caroline Stirling, caroline.stirling@ed.ac.uk who is based in the Main Library, George Square. Borrowing books The SRR contains nine collections of books from previous class libraries and special collections donated over many years. The collections are listed below. Many are available for borrowing by staff and students of the School of History, Classics, and Archaeology. Find the ones relevant to your course by browsing the collections in-person or searching our online book catalogues on the link below. If you would like to borrow books or consult any behind the locked glass doors, please speak to the SRR volunteer on duty, or email the Student Research Room Coordinator Clare Wilson, clare.wilson@ed.ac.uk Online Book Catalogues Current students and staff can view catalogues at the link below. Book catalogues (login required) Suggestions Suggestions for the improvement of the SRR are welcome. Please send these to Clare Wilson, clare.wilson@ed.ac.uk. Blog The SRR has a blog where you can find out more about the collections and activities. SRR blog Main Library Located just off George Square, the School is conveniently situated for access to the University’s Main Library. Home to many unique collections, the Library's extensive modernisation has included additions such as study pods, improved computer facilities and new cafe and social areas. Main Library Other resources for research The School is also fortunate to be situated close to a number of institutions providing excellent research resources: National Library of Scotland National Archives of Scotland Historic Environment Scotland The National Museum of Scotland This article was published on 2024-08-01
