We have reduced the amount of study spaces to comply with COVID-19 social distancing rules as well as other measures put in place for your safety.
This page lists of the main areas of individual study space available across Highfield, Avenue campus, and the University's libraries. Please note: this is not live information and booking is required for certain spaces.
Term time study space is displayed in the top table, please scroll down for study space during the winter vacation.
Last checked or updated: 26/11/20
| Building | Number of seats | Number of PCs | Available weekdays | Available weekends | Booking required | How long can I stay? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartley Library | 370 | 20 | 08.00-midnight | 09:00-17:00 | Yes | 1, 2 and 3 hour options, can stay longer if not at capacity |
| Building 100 | 120 | 24 (available 18:00-20:00) |
08.00-20.00 (PCs available 18:00-20:00 when teaching has finished) |
Closed | No | No limit |
| Building 38 Garden Court and Hartley Suite | 50 (Garden Court), 64 (Hartley Suite) | 0 | 08:00-18:00 | Closed | No | No limit |
| West Library Square marquee (Building 38p) | 95 | 0 | 08:00-18:00 | Closed | No | No limit |
| Avenue campus | 43 | 9 | 08:00-20:00 | Closed | No | No limit |
| Health Services Library | 29 | 2 | 08.00-18.00 | 11.00-15.00 | Yes | 1 hour, can stay longer if not at capacity |
| Winchester School of Art Library | 20 | 6 | 09.00-19.00 | Saturday 10:00-16:00; closed Sunday | Yes | 1 and 2 hour options, can stay longer if not at capacity |
| Building 58, Murray (Level 1) | 12 | 0 | 09:00-18:00 | Closed | No | No limit |
| Building 2 North end (Level 2) | 10 | 0 | 09:00-18:00 | Closed | No | No limit |
| SUSU Building 42 The Bridge | 48-130 | 0 | 09:00-17:00 | Closed | No | No limit. 4 seats per table. Please maintain 2 metre distance from anyone not in your household or support bubble. |
| SUSU Building 42 Bar 2 (Level 2) | 32 | 0 |
09:00-17:00 during lockdown |
Closed during lockdown | No | No limit. |
| SUSU Building 42 Bar 3 (Level 3) | 28 | 0 |
09:00-17:00 during lockdown |
Closed during lockdown | No | No limit |
| National Oceanography Centre | 0 | 0 | Closed | Closed | No study space currently available |
Please note that from 5th November 2020 face coverings must be worn at all times when you are using independent study space in University buildings. You may find it helpful to step outside and take regular breaks if you are studying for long periods. Please do not move the furniture, and ensure you follow the directional signage.
Please email libenqs@soton.ac.uk if you have any questions.
Find out more about the University’s safety guidance.
| Building | Number of seats | Number of PCs | Available weekdays | Available weekends | Booking required | How long can I stay? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartley Library | 370 | 20 |
13th December - 22nd December: 09:00-17:00 23rd December - 27th December: closed 28th December - 31st December: 11:00-15:00 1st January - 3rd January: closed |
Yes | 1, 2 and 3 hour options, can stay longer if not at capacity | |
| Building 100 | 120 | 24 |
14th December - 23rd December: 08.00-18:00 |
Closed | No | No limit |
| Building 38 Garden Court and Hartley Suite | 50 (Garden Court), 64 (Hartley Suite) | 0 | 08:00-18:00 | Closed | No | No limit |
| West Library Square marquee (Building 38p) | 95 | 0 | Closed (TBC) | Closed | No | No limit |
| Avenue campus | 43 | 9 | TBC | Closed | No | No limit |
| Health Services Library | 29 | 2 |
13th December - 22nd December: Monday-Friday 08:00-18:00; Saturday-Sunday 11:00-15:00 23rd December: 11:00-15:00 24th December - 27th December: closed 28th December - 31st December: 11:00-15:00 1st January - 3rd January: closed |
Yes | 1 hour, can stay longer if not at capacity | |
| Winchester School of Art Library | 20 | 6 |
13th December - 22nd December: Monday-Friday 09:00-17:00; Saturday 10:00-16:00; Sunday closed 23rd December - 3rd January: closed |
Yes | 1 and 2 hour options, can stay longer if not at capacity | |
| Building 58, Murray (Level 1) | 12 | 0 | TBC | Closed | No | No limit |
| Building 2 North end (Level 2) | 10 | 0 | TBC | Closed | No | No limit |
| SUSU Building 42 The Bridge | 48-130 | 0 |
14th December - 18th December: 09:00-17:00 19th December - 3rd January: closed |
Closed | No | No limit. 4 seats per table. Please maintain 2 metre distance from anyone not in your household or support bubble. |
| SUSU Building 42 Bar 2 (Level 2) | 32 | 0 |
14th December - 18th December: 09:00-17:00 19th December - 3rd January: closed |
Closed | No | No limit. |
| SUSU Building 42 Bar 3 (Level 3) | 28 | 0 |
14th December - 18th December: 09:00-17:00 19th December - 3rd January: closed |
Closed | No | No limit |
| National Oceanography Centre | 0 | 0 | Closed | Closed | No study space currently available | |