Access25 for Queen Mary Staff and Postgraduate Researchers

Access25 is the M25 Consortium of Academic Libraries mutual access scheme. Postgraduate research students and staff in the member libraries are eligible to join. 

A list of current participating libraries is available on the Access25 website. If you are applying to visit a HE institution, we recommend that you use the SCONUL Access Scheme instead.  

To join the Access25 scheme: 

• Complete the Access25 application form and email a copy to library@qmul.ac.uk.  

• Library staff will check the application and issue an Access25 Borrowing card. You will receive an email when it is ready to collect 

• Cards can be collected from Mile End Library Welcome Desk during library staffed hours (weekdays 8am to 8pm, weekends 11am to 6pm) 

We aim to process requests within 7 days. Please note that we will not be able to approve your application if there are any outstanding fines or overdue items on your account. 

Each library you visit will have its own procedures for Access25 visitors, we recommend checking their website or contacting their library staff prior to your first visit.  

Membership of Access25 is valid for 1 year, or up to the expiry date of your library account, whichever is sooner.