Senate House Library

Collections and Research Support

There is a wealth of printed material and online resources available for Library members. Explore our collections, find out how to access them, and where to go should you require support from our librarians.

Collections and Research Support

Research strengths of our collections

Discover the amazing richness of our collections in these nine thematic subject areas.

Special Collections

A wealth of primary research material from medieval to modern – exceptional strengths in literature, the arts, sociology, politics and economics.

Ebooks & digitized texts

The Library offers a range of eBooks. These complete texts are available online.

Readers using laptops in the Senate House Library periodicals room

Databases and eResources

How to access, use, and make the most of our eResource collection.

Research Support

Get online and in-person support for your studies and research, offered by librarians.

Diversity & Inclusion

Senate House Library is committed to maximising the inclusion and diversity of voices represented in our collections.