JF Allen Library

This week's opening hours

Monday
9am to 5pm
Tuesday
9am to 5pm
Wednesday
9am to 5pm
Thursday
9am to 5pm
Friday
9am to 5pm
Saturday
CLOSED
Sunday
CLOSED

This library is upstairs in the School of Physics and Astronomy on the North Haugh.

All University staff and students can use this library.

The main entrance is flat and on the ground floor. The library is on the first floor and can be accessed using the stairs. A lift is available, but it's not close to the entrance.

There is teaching from 2pm to 6pm on weekdays, during term time. Please be mindful of classes when accessing collections and study spaces.

Floor plan

JF Allen Library floor plan (PDF)

  • This library has:

    • 70 quiet study spaces
    • 2 study rooms

    Learning technology

    • Wifi
    • Self-service borrowing and return
    • 6 PCs
    • 1 print, copy, and scan machine
    • Power sockets

    Food and drink

    Drinks with a lid are permitted, but food is not allowed.

  • School of Physics and Astronomy
    North Haugh
    St Andrews
    Fife
    KY16 9SS

  • Students studying in JF Allen Library

    A group of students outside the JF Allen building

    Students studying in JF Allen Library