Other actuarial libraries
The following libraries allow members of the UK actuarial profession to use their collections for reference only.
| Library | Conditions of access |
| British Library |
A reader pass may be issued subject to your need to see specific items in the collections. You need to go to the Library in St Pancras, London, and you need to take:
and they may grant a readers pass valid for up to three years. The British Library offers '... a very nice, quiet, comfortable place to study with a good working atmosphere.' (actuarial student report) |
| Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) |
Access is available with annual CII membership or after buying a day or month pass |
| City University |
Apply direct to Liz Harris at City University |
| Heriot Watt University |
Reference only access is unrestricted – sign the visitor’s book at Reception |
| London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE) |
Members of the public doing private, non-commercial research may apply for reference access to the Library, providing the required research material is unavailable elsewhere. |
| University of Aberdeen | "Individuals, other than registered staff and students of Aberdeen University, are currently allowed free access to the Library for personal reference and research." |
| University of Birmingham | "Members of the public are entitled to 10 visits in a twelve month period, each time you visit you will be asked for suitable current identification such as a driver's licence, a passport or a utility bill." |
| University of Bristol | Contact the Director of Library Services before your visit |
| University of Edinburgh |
Reference access is usually free of charge, although you will need to provide some photographic proof of identity, and address, before being allowed access |
| University of Glasgow |
A one day visitor’s pass may be available upon application at the Membership Desk – you will need to bring identification |
| University of Manchester |
Individuals can access the Library on three separate occasions after which they will need to apply for chargeable external membership |
| University of Reading |
Free access for reference and private study - sign the visitors' book at reception |
| University of St Andrews |
Free access, except before and during university examinations |
| University of Southampton |
Free access, but you may be asked for ID |
| University of York |
Free access |
Public reference libraries
- Edinburgh: Central Library, George IV Bridge
- Glasgow: Mitchell Library, North Street
- London: City Business Library, Aldermanbury