UCT Libraries are a world-class repository of knowledge and innovative research. Our libraries offer a diverse array of study and research materials, as well as professional and expert assistance in finding information and carrying out research.
Library Hours
| « Previous Next » | Sep 19 Monday | Sep 20 Tuesday | Sep 21 Wednesday | Sep 22 Thursday | Sep 23 Friday | Sep 24 Saturday | Sep 25 Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chancellor Oppenheimer Library | 8:00am – 10:00pm | 8:00am – 10:00pm | 8:00am – 10:00pm | 8:00am – 10:00pm | 8:00am – 5:00pm | Closed | Closed |
| Hlanganani Study Area | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours |
| Bolus Herbarium Library | Closed for renovations | Closed for renovations | Closed for renovations | Closed for renovations | Closed for renovations | Closed | Closed |
| Brand van Zyl Law Library | 8:00am – 10:00pm | 8:00am – 10:00pm | 8:00am – 10:00pm | 8:00am – 10:00pm | 8:00am – 5:00pm | Closed | Closed |
| Law Library study space | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours |
| Built Environment Library | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | Closed | Closed |
| Bongani Mayosi Health Sciences Library | 8:30am – 10:00pm | 8:30am – 10:00pm | 8:30am – 10:00pm | 8:30am – 10:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | Closed | Closed |
| Impilo Junction | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours | 24 Hours |
| Hiddingh Hall Library | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | Closed | Closed |
| Institute of Child Health Library | 9:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm | 9:00am – 3:00pm | Closed | Closed |
| Special Collections | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Library Learning Lounge | 8:00am – 4:00pm | 8:00am – 4:00pm | 8:00am – 4:00pm | 8:00am – 4:00pm | 8:00am – 4:00pm | Closed | Closed |
| WH Bell Music Library | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | Closed | Closed |
| Virtual Library | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | 8:30am – 5:00pm | Closed | Closed |
The following visitors and visiting members will not be able to make use of any library spaces and services at present:
- UCT Alumni (Graduated)
- CHELiN Members (UCT, SUN, CPUT & UWC staff and students)
- CHELSA Members
- Prospective Masters and PhD students
- UCT-affiliated Research Institute Members
- Visiting Researchers
- Day Visitors
We regret that we are unable to admit school learners, students from private educational institutions, or undergraduates from other tertiary institutions, including distance-learning institutions.