The QUT Library stands as a vibrant and essential resource for students, researchers, and staff at Queensland University of Technology. It offers dynamic access to a vast collection of scholarly materials, innovative services, and welcoming spaces designed to support learning, teaching, and research excellence.
A Comprehensive Resource for the QUT Community
QUT Library provides an extensive range of resources including books, ebooks, journals, magazines, newspapers, videos, and specialised collections such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander resources. With over 1.7 million information resources available both physically and online, the library supports diverse academic needs across all faculties.
Modern Facilities and Study Spaces
The library operates across multiple campuses, including the Gardens Point Library, Kelvin Grove Library, and the Law Library. Students can book study rooms for individual or group work, with facilities designed to foster collaboration and focused study. The library spaces are vibrant, inclusive, and equipped with the latest technology to enhance the learning experience.
Supporting Academic Success with Innovative Learning Tools
QUT Library has a strong commitment to advancing academic literacy and research skills. It offers integrated learning resources such as Studywell, QUT cite|write, Pilot, and Subject Guides—online tools that provide 24/7 access to tutorials, referencing guides, and research strategies. These resources are especially valuable for first-year students transitioning to university study, helping them develop critical academic capabilities.
Extensive Research Support
The library plays a pivotal role in supporting QUT’s research community. It facilitates access to research outputs through platforms like QUT ePrints, which has seen millions of downloads globally, and provides training sessions to enhance researchers’ information skills. In 2022 alone, over 2 million research works were downloaded, and hundreds of research training sessions were held to empower HDR students and academics.
Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility
QUT Library embraces values of inclusiveness, innovation, and social justice. It actively collects and promotes resources reflecting diversity and equity priorities, including Indigenous Australian research materials. The library also ensures accessibility through assistive technologies and collaborates with students and staff to create welcoming environments for all.
Digital Access and Online Services
Beyond physical spaces, QUT Library offers a rich digital presence. Students and staff can access over 1.4 million ebooks, tens of thousands of online videos and ejournals, and a suite of digital collections accessible worldwide. The library website receives millions of visits annually, reflecting its central role in supporting study and research remotely.
Engaging the QUT Community
The library hosts a variety of activities and workshops aimed at enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. From research consultations to referencing sessions and library tours, QUT Library fosters a supportive academic community. Its strategic priorities focus on enriching student experience, advancing open scholarship, and maintaining excellence in teaching and research support
QUT Library is much more than a collection of books; it is a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive hub that empowers the QUT community to succeed academically and professionally. With its extensive resources, modern facilities, and dedicated support services, the library plays a central role in shaping the educational journey of thousands of students and researchers each year.