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Members of the Public

Members of the public: reference access
The University Library's primary role is to support the study and research activity of Anglia Ruskin students, staff and others formally connected with our University. We may give reference access to individual members of the public* provided that we hold material that is relevant to private research, and is not readily available from other sources such as the public library service.

Applying for reference access
You will need to:

  • apply in person
  • state the type of material that you wish to consult
  • provide photo ID, proof of age and address
  • provide a passport-sized photo (Cambridge site only)
  • renew your reference access membership annually (Cambridge site only)

Visiting the libraries
  • Chelmsford, Fulbourn and Peterborough sites: you will need to sign in for every visit at the University Library Reception Desk
  • Cambridge site: you will be provided with a photo-card for swipe-card entry

Restrictions on reference access
There are times of year when, due to heavy demand on our service by our students, we will not admit members of the public. We will publicise these periods on the Opening Hours page of the University Library website

We do reserve the right to refuse access at any time in order to prioritise the needs of our own students and staff

Under 18s
We are unable to provide access to members of the public who are under 18 years of age, unless

  • you are under the direct supervision of a responsible adult OR
  • you are studying for a university-entry level qualification (A levels, International Baccalaureate, BTEC or Advanced Diploma) AND
  • have a letter of introduction from your home institution

Private Language Schools
Due to pressure on specialist resources, we do not normally provide access to students from private language schools

Wireless access
This is available only if you are
  • visiting the University on official business or attending an academic or business-related event OR
  • in membership of one of the recognised reciprocal access schemes

Visits by groups
Schools, colleges and other organisations wishing to organise group visits should contact the Anglia Ruskin University External Relations Team: www.anglia.ac.uk/ruskin/en/home/microsites/external_liaison.html