Using our services
Exam and assessment support
The Library is here to support you throughout the exam and assessment period. Below is outlined some of the support the Library has put in place for this busy period, alongside some information from other University teams that you may find helpful.
24/7 opening
The David Wilson Library is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Staffed services are available Monday to Friday 8.00am to 9.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm.
Study spaces on campus
Silent and quiet spaces for individual study are available in the David Wilson Library.
Group spaces and bookable group study rooms can be found in the David Wilson Library with additional bookable rooms in Freeman's Common's Cottages. Bookable spaces for individual study are available on the Mezzanine of the Charles Wilson building.
There are also a variety of drop-in study spaces across campus in Brookfield, the Charles Wilson building, Percy Gee and other University buildings.
Text and Tell us
If you notice an issue in the Library building, such as a broken door handle or a drinks spill, or are being disturbed by noise in a Silent Zone you can text us at 0116 347 0605 during our staffed hours or speak to a member of staff at the Information Hub on the Ground Floor.
The Centre for Academic Achievement
The Centre for Academic Achievement produces a wide range of short self-study guides to support you to succeed in your studies. Our guides are based on questions we're often asked, and cover topics such as note taking, time management, exam preparation and referencing.
Students' Union de-stress 2025
The Students' Union will be running a range of activities between 6 -23 May, including a stall in the Library Exhibition Zone. The stall will be open between 11.00am and 1.00pm each day, and SU team members will there to engage with students and hand out snacks and freebies.
Reading Lounge
The Reading Lounge is located on the ground floor of the Library, next to the Rhoda Bennett Reading Room, and provides a space where you can read, relax and rest.
Search and discover our collections
Library Search searches across a vast range of scholarly and research content which the University Library subscribes to online or holds in print.
Library help
If you need more help with using Library resources, spaces or services, search our FAQs or email us via Library Help.
Alternative exam arrangements
If you have a disability or long-term condition and would require any alternative exam arrangements because of this, please speak to the AccessAbility Centre, as they will be able to advise further. You can contact them at accessable@le.ac.uk and more information can be found on their exam arrangements page.
Other exam queries
If you have further queries about exams, such as how to access your exam timetable or what materials are permitted in the exam rooms, please see the students' guide to exams (University of Leicester login required).