This guide is intended for students and researchers at Nuffield College, as well as others at the University of Oxford seeking information about Nuffield College Library.
Use this guide to find out about the collections, services and staff support at Nuffield College Library.
Due to the ongoing period of restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, Nuffield Library is currently closed to non-members. Information on services and support to College members under the current circumstances may be found on the Library’s intranet page.
Summer Vacation 2021 - the library will be closed throughout the month of August.
Christmas 2021 - TBC.
Easter 2022 - TBC.
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Registration for use of the Library is renewed annually and offered to:
Applications under a) and b) should be made to the Library Circulation Desk where your University card will be registered for access. Applicants under c) may be admitted at the discretion of the Librarian; applications should be made in advance and should be supported by a Fellow of the College or by a letter of recommendation.
All members of Nuffield College may borrow from the Library
The following have limited borrowing rights (3 books)
Please note: taught course (Masters) students and undergraduates may not borrow. The Library has a reference collection of core reading list material for social science courses
If you have questions or need help using the Library or finding the resources you need for your research, you are welcome to book a time to speak to a member of Library staff via Teams. You can find the booking form on our intranet page.
Jane Rawson, Director of Library Services
Tessa Richards, Deputy Librarian
Emma Quinlan, Assistant Librarian
Ed Smithson, Assistant Librarian
Elle Brodie-Browne, Senior Library Assistant
