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Lund University Library has individual study spaces and group workspaces. We also have reading rooms reserved for researchers. The Special Collections Reading Room is for reading archival material and manuscripts.

We have study spaces scattered throughout the library and in reading rooms. The study spaces are on the entrance floor and the first floor. The group workspaces are on the third floor. We also have bookable group study rooms on the entrance floor.

Students are studying around a big table with green table lamps. Photographer Mikael Risedal.
Studies in the silent reading room Tegnérsalen. Photographer Mikael Risedal.

Individual study spaces

There are individual study spaces on the entrance floor and the first floor. These spaces are not silent, and you may hear background noise from other visitors in the library. Be considerate when talking on your mobile phone, and use headphones with your computer to avoid sound leakage.

Group workspaces and group study rooms

We have screened group workspaces on the third floor. You cannot book the seats.

We also have group study rooms, which you can book. The group study rooms are on the entrance floor.

Read more about our bookable group study rooms

Silent reading rooms

Our reading rooms are on the entrance floor and are suitable for those seeking a quiet environment. Computers are allowed, but use headphones to avoid sound leakage. Your mobile phone should be turned off or in silent mode. In Bengtssonssalen, there are reading booths. In Tegnérssalen, there are larger tables.

Special Collections Reading Room

In the Special Collections Reading Room, you read archival material and manuscripts. Please book a seat in the Special Collections Reading Room. Walk-ins are welcome If seats are available.

Book a seat in the Special Collections Reading Room

Please remember to cancel your booking if you are unable to attend.

Scholars' reading rooms

The scholars' reading rooms, Scriptoriet and Collijnska, are reserved for researchers. At the information desk, you can get a code for the door. These reading rooms are on the first floor. It's also possible to rent a locker or a trolley where you can keep your in-house loans.

Find out more about lockers and trolleys

Food and drinks in the library

While drinks with lids are okay, food is not allowed in the library.