Bodleian Library

A University card gives all members of the University access to libraries. Some require registration on first use.

SOLO (Search Oxford Libraries Online) can be used to search all collections, locate items, access online resources, reserve or renew books, and for the library’s instant chat service. It is possible to login to SOLO with the Single-Sign-On.

Most library PCs require a separate library password, which gives access to the Bodleian Libraries network. See the Bodleian's page for setting or resetting your password.

The Social Science Library (SSL) is the main library for departments in the Social Sciences Division, including socio-legal studies. It is housed on the ground floor of the Manor Road Building and is open 7 days a week during term-time.

The Bodleian Law Library is located in the adjacent St Cross Building. It is not a lending library, but most of the collection is available on open shelves.

In addition to the SSL, there are separate social science libraries for Anthropology, Business, and Education. Area studies are well-served by the Vere Harmsworth Library, the Rhodes House Library, the Oriental Institute Library, the Latin American Centre Library, the Bodleian Japanese Library, and the Chinese Centre Library.