The McClay Library
Queen's University Belfast and AFBI Libraries (Stormont & Newforge Lane, Belfast). Also a Short Loan Collection for essential texts.
One of several QUB Libraries, including the Medical (Royal Victoria Hospital Grounds), Biomedical (MBC Building, Lisburn Rd.) The McClay Library is situtated in College Park, at the top of Botanic Avenue, flanked by the trees of Botanic Park. The ground floor brings together a range of facilities to support teaching and research. Here you will find the Language Centre, with two language labs, the
24/06/2026
📢Opening Hours Update!
The McClay Library’s 24/7 access is wrapping up this Thursday evening for the summer 🌅
But don’t worry, late-night study sessions will be back in September! 🙌
Enjoy the sunshine, recharge, and we’ll see you back here soon! ☀️📖
10/06/2026
The QUB Libraries - McClay, Biomedical and Medical are closing at 2pm 10th June and will remain closed on 11th June.
This is due to the need to the need to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of our staff, students and library users.
Apologies for any inconvenience caused. We will keep you updated about re-opening as the situation evolves.
09/06/2026
📣Join us today for our last Tea with the PVC of the academic year!
We have free tea, coffee and buns and the opportunity to have a chat with Pro-Vice-Chancellor Judy Williams. ☕🧁
📅 Tuesday 9th June
🕙 10am - 12pm
📍 Student Lounge, McClay Library
Scan the QR code to fine out more, and don't miss a chance to connect and unwind!
08/06/2026
📣Join us tomorrow for our last Tea with the PVC of the academic year! We've got free tea, coffee and buns and the opportunity to have a chat with Pro-Vice-Chancellor Judy Williams. ☕🧁
📅 Tuesday 9th June
🕙 10am - 12pm
📍 Student Lounge, McClay Library
Scan the QR code to fine out more, and don't miss a chance to connect and unwind!
08/06/2026
The McClay Library has been awarded the Customer Service Excellence Accreditation! 🎉
This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff and the feedback, and engagement from our community.
We’re proud of this achievement, but even more motivated to keep improving and delivering the best possible experience for everyone who comes through our doors
🔗 Read more about what this means and how we achieved it:
https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/InformationServices/TheLibrary/News/CustomerServiceExcellenceAccreditation2026-1.html
Thank you for being part of our Library community
07/06/2026
The Submission window is now CLOSED! 🚪 Best of luck to everyone! 🌟
Go QUB Students 🎉
🎓 https://undergraduateawards.com/
📢📢📢Submissions close at 23:59 TODAY!!!
💡There's still time to submit! Your ideas, your passion – it’s time to share them with the world! Submit your work to The Global Undergraduate Awards and make a lasting impact. 🌎
The Global Undergraduate Awards
05/06/2026
📢📢📢Submissions close at 23:59 on 6th June!!!
💡There's still time to submit! Your ideas, your passion – it’s time to share them with the world! Submit your work to The Global Undergraduate Awards and make a lasting impact. 🌎
The Global Undergraduate Awards
04/06/2026
Submissions are set to close in 2 days!!!
👌🏽 The groundwork is done—seize the moment and submit today! 📝
The Global Undergraduate Awards
01/06/2026
Summer hours are here at McClay Library 🌿📚
Whether you're studying, reading, or just enjoying a quiet space, we're open and ready to welcome you.
Check out our updated opening times and plan your visit!