#places to study

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9 Best Places To Study For Students Of All Levels

Discover the 9 best places to study for students! From quiet libraries to cozy cafes, find your perfect place to focus and ace your goals.

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🍑Places to Study Recommendation🍑

Hi! It’s been a while since I posted an original post about study. My school life was very hectic, as usual there were many assignments to do, exams, etc. Thus I had to manage my time. In the mid of semester, I had to study more harder to face the exams. But, to be honest, I couldn’t really focus on my study at my home. So, recently I’d like to visit some places to study-- experiencing new way of studying lol. Here it is the list of my recommendation

1. L I B R A R Y

library is number 1 place for studying in peace xD you can more focus on your task because its quit atmosphere, beside that, you can look for some references easier at there for your task/ study.

I’d like to visit the city’s library near my school frequently, sometimes I take a note, lite-study, do my assignments, and I even watch some Korean shows at there. Library is a place for me to have a me-time xD

2. C A F É

If you like to study while eating, having a chit-chat or having a different atmosphere, café is the right choice. There are a bunch of café with various styles/ themes. In addition, usually it sell light snack with the low price to accompany your study.

I have been visited some cafés near my school for study, and my favorite is a café with ‘back to nature’ theme. It has various plants at there, cozy, and aesthetically pleasing. So, I could more focus on my study.

3. C O U R S E   P L A C E

sometimes, when I still don’t understand the exams materials, I usually go to my course place to ask for more explanation about those. Maybe a course place is just the same with the school-- a lot of chair and desk, semi-formal, a white board, etc. But, it is a great place to ‘deep’ study and discussion.

4. C I T Y   P A R K

you can do your assignment or skimming at city park. Just bring your materials on your notebook or hand phone, while inhale the fresh air in city park.

[askacambridgestudent]

to the anon who asked about modern, airy libraries: they won't have books, but maybe you could try one of the cafés (Wasabi, itsu, etc) near the Grand Arcade or the new complex near the station (if that's not too far) for light, bright spaces to work? or even the library inside the GA? also: personally I love the Waterstones café for studying [from a sixth form student]

Thanks so much! Yeah, Wasabi’s got that massive row of tables by the window, that could work quite well! 

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June 04: Studyblr Challenge

I’ll add my own twist to today’s challenge (Places to study: a public library), because I’m busy, and it’s summer, meaning I don’t really have anything to study. However, a public library really can be a good place to study because there is practically an unlimited amount of resources for research, other people that you can ask questions if you’re confused, ask well as librarians, and free computers, most likely. I personally only really study at home because I get easily distracted from being in public as the extrovert I am, but a quiet environment such as a coffeehouse or library would be the best for anyone trying to make progress.

[yorkulife]

Hey, are there any good places for a group to meet up on campus and do work, but later at night (like past 8)? Would the library work if we have to talk loudly?

You can always book a private group study room at the library, or find an empty classroom (I would recommend this).

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[yorkulife]

Hey! I had a question about this room I discovered on the LIfe science building. So its like a room with tables and seats ... Im like super awkward and I wasn't sure if I was allowed in it or whatever so I just casually and quickly took a peek lol so is that one of the study rooms? or is this like one of those tutorial class rooms ... Its when you enter the LSB and turn into the lecture areas but turn around the corner of the lecture rooms ... Thanks In advance!

That’s the study lounge :) (I believe that’s what you’re referring to). There’s a chalkboard/or whiteboard mounted on the wall too right? If yes, then yea anyone can go there to study or just chill. A lot of the science students go there during exam time because it’s a good place for group study.

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Places to Study in London: Top Spots Reviewed

With summative assignments and exam season upon us, the work load may seem nearly impossible to wade through.

On top of it all, a packed library may mean you’re spending more time searching for a seat than hitting the books. I ventured around to some of the city’s alternative study locales in search of a prime location for productivity. Here’s what I found.

The Royal Festival Hall Saison Poetry Library

Located in the Southbank Centre, the Poetry Library is Britain’s largest collection of poetry from 1912 to the present day. The library is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11 am to 8 pm.

Pros: Individual study cubicles provide outlets and additional lighting. If you need a bit more space, there are also two large tables available. The small space results in minimal background noise and a quiet, study-friendly environment.

Cons: The wifi is only available to library members, but you can join the library with proof of identification and current address. While it wasn’t particularly crowded the day I visited, there are only six cubicles available. Food and drink are not allowed in the library.

Verdict: I found the small space to be a decent spot for a short study session. Within the Southbank Centre, there are a number of other places to set up camp, with wifi access freely available. If you don’t mind extra background noise (akin to the level of a cafe), try one of the many tables or couches throughout the building.

Camera Cafe

The Camera Cafe, located on Museum Street in Bloomsbury, near the British Museum, is open 11 am to 7 pm Monday through Fridays and 12 noon to 7 pm Saturdays.

Pros: The cafe’s menu offers the standard coffee and tea plus a range of freshly squeezed juices and toasted panini sandwiches, and the orange juice in particular was a delicious pick-me-up. The cafe provides seating on two floors and the wifi was fast and reliable.

Cons: The cafe does play music at a fairly loud volume, which was a tad distracting, though not unexpected for a cafe rather than a library.

Verdict: I’ll definitely be returning to this spot for another study session, although I’ll probably save some of the more heavy duty revision for a quieter space.

Senate House Library

The Senate House Library is the central library for the University of London and free membership is available to all LSE students. The opening hours vary by time of year, but until 6 June, the library is open Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 9 pm, Friday 9 am to 6:30 pm, and Saturday 9:45 am to 5:30 pm.

Pros: The library has a number of readings rooms, each with a variety of space options (though most are long, shared tables). Wifi is easy to access and provides a reliable connection, and each reading room is essentially silent.

Cons: Food and drink (with the exception of bottled water) are not permitted in the library, so if you’re looking for a place to snack while revising, you may want to check out the cafe on the ground floor. You must register before you can use the library. Save a few minutes by pre-registering online, though expect to queue at the membership desk on your first visit. All told, from the moment I arrived to the moment I received my library card and could enter the study space took about 20 minutes.

Verdict: The Senate House Library is a good alternative to LSE’s library, though keep in mind it does cater primarily to students in the same boat as you. During my recent visit (around 3 pm on a Tuesday), there were only a few places left in each study room, so you may wish to arrive early to secure your spot.

Wellcome Library

The Wellcome Library is housed inside the Wellcome Collection on Euston Road. Although membership is only available to those studying the history of health and medicine, other visitors may use the reading room by signing in on the day. The library is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 6 pm, Thursday 10 am to 8 pm, and Saturday 10 am to 4 pm.

Pros: The reading room has tables and chairs available as well as bean bags and couches for those seeking a more comfortable arrangement. Wifi is readily accessible via eduroam, and the space, while not perfectly silent, boasts a low level of background noise.

Cons: Food and drink, including bottled water, are not permitted in the library. Distractions abound, as many of the tables are covered with books and other artefacts.  

Verdict: Although it was a little strange to be studying at a table with historical medical textbooks and magnifying glasses, once I got past the distractions, I found my time at the Wellcome Library to be quite productive. The easy to access space is one I’ll certainly return again soon.

National Art Library

The National Art Library is found inside the Victoria & Albert Museum and is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10 am to 5:30 pm and Friday from 10 am to 6:30 pm.

Pros: The space is absolutely beautiful, with plenty of light and windows overlooking the museum courtyard. Individual study spaces are assigned on entry, which means you won’t waste any time looking for a seat.

Cons: The library has very strict rules on what can be brought inside. Food and drink, including bottled water, are not permitted, nor are any large bags. Visitors may only write in pencil. Bags must be checked in the cloakroom on the ground floor of the museum, where a £1 donation is suggested. After checking my bag, I thought I was in the clear only to find out I had to leave my laptop case in a locker at the front entrance. Library staff continually pace the centre aisle checking that all rules are upheld, which provided just enough movement to distract me from my work. The wifi was less than reliable, to the point where I was unable to load my LSE email during the entirety of my stay.

Verdict: Although I understand the rules are in place to protect the priceless collection items, the hurdles to get settled, the distractions, and the intermittent internet access mean I probably won’t chose this location as a future study spot.

Wherever you choose to study, I wish you luck in your revision and final assignments!

Need further suggestions? See also:

Places to Study in London

Places to Study in London (Round 2)

Places to Study in London (Round 3)

Places to Study in London: Best of the Best

How to Search for Great Coffee Shops and Study Spaces