Places to study
Every La Trobe University (LTU) campus has a Library building or designated place where you can study, work in small groups and socialise.
All campus libraries provide access to individual study desks and Windows computer workstations. Meeting rooms and group tables are also available at some campuses.
Select your local campus library to see what spaces are available for you to use.
You can book study rooms at the service desk of the David Mann Library.
The David Mann Library at the Albury-Wodonga campus has five rooms that can be booked. They can be used for a maximum of two hours at a time.
- Study rooms 1-4 – These rooms have access to a large monitor and are available for group or individual bookings.
- Study room 1 – This room provides a computer. Students with a disability are given priority to this room.
- Study room 5 – This room is for group bookings only. It does not contain a monitor or any other equipment.
Note: These study rooms are in high demand, so should not be overbooked. Please cancel your booking if you no longer require the room. The Library has the right to cancel consecutive bookings made by one group on any given day.
You cannot book study rooms in the Heyward Library.
The Heyward Library at the Bendigo campus provides individual study desks for private study on Level 3. Couches and easy chairs for relaxed reading are located on Levels 2 and 3.
Group tables and the Online Learning Rooms (see below) are located on Level 2. When weather permits, the Level 2 balcony is open for students to use (though noise levels must be kept to a minimum).
There are two Online Learning Rooms on Level 2, which are equipped with wall-mounted screens with speakers and webcams with wireless connectivity. There are no computers in these rooms, so you must bring your own device.
These rooms are for individual classes with a maximum of two people per room. They can be used for a maximum of two hours at a time.
Note: These rooms cannot be booked in advance.
If you have any problems accessing these rooms, please contact the Library.
You cannot book rooms in the Borchardt Library, with the exception of the Accessibility and Inclusion rooms for eligible students (see below). However, you can book meeting spaces and alcoves in The Learning Commons (TLC) building, which is next to the Library.
The Borchardt Library at the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus has three levels, each designed for progressively quieter study.
- Level 1: Talk – Group discussions are welcome on this level, and there are meeting rooms that you can use for individual or group work. There is also a café and the ASK La Trobe Help Zone at the front of the Library.
- Level 2: Quiet – Group discussions are acceptable, but they should be kept to a considerate noise level so other Library patrons are not disturbed. There are meeting rooms you can use, as well as the Online Learning Zone (see below).
From June 23 to late September, the rear of Level 2 of the Borchardt Library will be closed for the construction of the new Education Practice Lab.
- Level 3: Silent – This level is for silent individual study. There should not be any group discussions on this level.
The Borchardt Library's Accessibility and Inclusion rooms are available to eligible students registered with Accessibility and Inclusion.
These rooms can be booked for up to three hours and are available during the Library's face-to-face support hours. For bookings, feedback or support, please contact the Library.
Collect the room access card from Library staff in the Help Zone on Level 1 at your scheduled booking time.
| Room | Location | Capacity | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.07 | Level 1 |
2 person limit (1 student + 1 support worker) | DVD player, PC, electronic magnifier printer, automatic door, height-adjustable desk and chairs, adjustable heating/cooling |
| 1.11 | Level 1 |
2 person limit (1 student + 1 support worker) | DVD player, PC, automatic door, height-adjustable desk and chairs, adjustable heating/cooling |
| 3.10 |
Level 3 (Silent level) |
4 person limit (maximum 3 students + 1 support worker) | PC, desks (not adjustable) and chairs |
The Online Learning Zone is designed specifically for you to participate in online classes. Inside, you’ll find PCs equipped with webcams and study spaces for using your own device.
You can talk freely and participate in online classes, but please use headphones so others can enjoy a similar experience.
The Online Learning Zone is located on Level 2 and is only available to LTU students. You will need to swipe your student ID card to gain entry to the space.
If you have any problems accessing this space, please contact the Library.
You cannot book study rooms in the Melbourne (City) campus library.
The Melbourne (City) campus library offers versatile learning spaces for study and informal meetings. Our facilities include approximately 180 informal learning seats, thoughtfully arranged in booths, desks, chairs and lounges.
Note: Computer workstations are available in the computer lab for LTU postgraduate students, unless the room is being used to teach a class.
You can book study rooms at the Gambetta Library service desk or call (03) 5022 3758.
The Gambetta Library at the Mildura campus provides individual study desks, open-area tables and meeting rooms for group assignments.
There are two study rooms that can be booked, which can be used for a maximum of two hours at a time.
Note: These study rooms can be in high demand, so should not be overbooked. Please cancel your booking if you no longer require the room. The Library has the right to cancel consecutive bookings made by one group on any given day.
You cannot book study rooms in the Shepparton campus library.
The Library service at our Shepparton campus is integrated with the learning and teaching spaces, providing desks and computers for individual and group study.
You can book study and meeting rooms from the Library computers or service desk.
The Sydney campus library has a range of learning spaces, where students can book meeting rooms and study areas for group work, and utilise the many study nooks and chill-out areas.
Conditions of use for Library spaces
When using spaces in the Library, you must adhere to the following conditions:
- Your behaviour should not be disruptive to other Library patrons.
- Spaces are to be left clean, with all rubbish and personal items removed.
- Be mindful of your belongings – the Library takes no responsibility for personal items brought into the building.
- If you plan to take photos or record video/audio, refer to the policy on Recording and photography in the Library.
Off-campus study hubs
Whether you are studying fully online, are on a placement or are simply looking for a place to study off-campus, study hubs provide comfortable spaces, free WiFi, IT facilities with desktop computers and docking stations, in-person support, networking and more.
Note: Services available at each study hub will vary.
Contact us
If you have any questions about Library spaces and facilities or would like to report disruptive behaviour, an issue or a mess within the Library, please contact Library staff in person or online.