Access to the Library
The McClay Library operates a controlled entry system. Members are required to use their Queen’s staff, student or library card to obtain admission.
Non-members need to apply for access via an online registration form and should allow one week for their application to be processed. Students applying for vacation access need to apply using a vacation student registration form.
Further information on access for non-members is available from the following pages:
- Access for members of the public and other visitors
- Access for staff and students of other academic institutions
If you would like to borrow material from the library or require access over an extended period of time, you may wish to consider becoming an Associate Member. AFBI (Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute) and HSC&PS (Health and Social Care and Public Safety) staff are eligible for Library membership under the relevant institutional agreements. See our Library Membership pages for further information on joining the Library.
Researchers wishing to use Special Collections material should contact staff there in advance of their visit and will be required to register at Special Collections. Further information is available on the Special Collections web pages.
In the interests of security and efficiency and, to prevent delays at the entry and exit, please remember to bring your card when you visit the Library.
Students who have forgotten their card may be granted cardless entry on confirmation of their identity and completion of a form. A maximum of three cardless visits is permitted per year.
Safety information is displayed throughout the McClay Library and it is important that you familiarise yourself with this information on arrival. If you have any particular evacuation requirements then please inform a member of staff at the Reception Desk who will be able to advise you accordingly.
Data in the visitor registration system will be held in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 and will be only used for the purpose of providing visitor access and reporting upon visitor numbers.
Library Access Guide for the McClay Library (pdf file)
