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Welcome to the Union

Student Membership

library 2919All students enrolled with Union College may borrow books in accordance with the arrangements and regulations summarised below.

Those enrolled for Queen's courses can of course also use the University Library.

Photocopiers are available for Library users and computer facilities are provided for students registered with the College.


Public Membership

Members of the public may apply to become readers on payment of a membership fee. At present the annual subscription rates are as follows:

  • £20 for former students of Union Theological College and for ministers of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland.
  • £60 for those engaged in research enabling them to borrow up to 16 books for twelve weeks
  • £30 for all others.
  • LIFE MEMBERSHIP is available to former students of Union for £50 within one year of leaving College and for £100 thereafter.

Public Opening Hours

The public opening hours of the Library are 9.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday.

The Library will normally close completely for two weeks over Christmas and New Year, for one week at Easter, and for a period in July. See Library notice board for details.


After Hours Access for Union Students

Students registered with Union College (including part-time and evening-class students) may use the Library outside of the public opening hours. Students who wish to avail of this facility must obtain out-of-hours access from the College Office. Access will be available from 8.00 am to 9.00 pm Monday to Friday (no admission to the building after 8.45 pm) during term time.

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