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Welcome to SOAS Library
As a leading UK research library (RLUK), we have over 1.3 million volumes, periodicals and audio-visual materials in 400 languages, and special collections of manuscripts, rare books, and archives – all focusing on the study of Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
Opening hours
| Opening times | |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8am - 11pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 11pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 11pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 11pm |
| Friday | 8am - 11pm |
| Saturday | 9:30am - 10pm |
| Sunday | 9:30am - 10pm |
Christmas opening hours
The Library will close for the festive season at 12.00 noon on Tuesday 24 December 2024 and re-open at 9:30am on Saturday 4 January 2025 when normal opening hours will resume.
Existing members
External members with valid SOAS Library card do not need to book to visit SOAS Library.
If you don't yet have an up-to-date membership, please apply for membership. We will contact you to arrange an appointment for you to collect your new ID card when it is ready.
Search the library collections
Find out about the various SOAS Library collections and explore our curated catalogue.
Our resources
Subject guides
Discover our SOAS subject guides, and find out more about the Library collection, other useful libraries, recommended web-sites and electronic journals for that subject.
Events
SOAS Library Bulletin
If you would like to be added to the SOAS Library distribution list please send an email to librarycomms@soas.ac.uk stating the you wish to join the SOAS Library mailing list, your email address and your First Name and Surname.
Once you have joined the list you will receive emails informing you of seminars and events organised by the SOAS Library and our latest news.
Contact
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