Barnes Library

The Barnes Library occupies three floors in the central block of the Medical School.  The library supports staff and students in the subject areas of medicine, biosciences, health sciences and sport.

Study spaces

Study spaces are available on the first and second floors of the library.

Computers

Networked PCs for individual study are available on the first floor. You will need your Active Directory username and password to log in.

Wireless network 

Wireless access is avilable throughout the library.

Photocopying and printing 

There are two Multifunctional Devices (MFDs) on the first floor and one in the High Demand Collection on the ground floor, all of which allow printing, photocopying and scanning to University email addresses.

Our managed print system allows you to collect your printing from any of our MFDs and to print from your own laptop or mobile device.  See our main printing, photocopying and scanning page for more information.

Anatomy Resource Room   

This room contains a full set of anatomy models, and is available for medical students to book as individuals or in groups. Please ask at the Information Desk for details. 

The Barnes Library contains the main subject collections in the areas of medicine, health sciences, biosciences and sport. 

• Ground floor -  High Demand Collection (current editions of books). 
• First floor - Stack Collection (older editions of books)

 All libraries and resource centres offer the following services:

• Book fetching
• Stock transfer
• Assistive software on all PCs

N.B. Book fetching and stock transfer are available in the Barnes Library during staffed opening hours.

Specialist equipment

This site has the following equipment available: 

• Bar Magnifier
• Coloured overlays 
• Hand-held portable video magnifier (CCTV) 
• Magnifying glass 
• Magnifying sheet 

Additional information

• For general information please see the Disability and Learning Support Service website which includes information for both students with disabilities and their Admissions Tutors.
• Edgbaston Campus mobility map (PDF - 373KB) showing access to buildings and the location of disabled toilets on the Campus.