If I'm interrupting my studies can I still access library services?

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During your interruption of studies, you will still be able to access electronic resources via Explore, without logging-in to My Account.

You can search for electronic resources on Explore and follow the links as usual. When you click on a link you will be taken to a UCL authentication webpage before access is provided.

Unless you are on maternity leave, your UCL ID card will no longer work, so you will not be able to access buildings requiring an ID card, including libraries.

After your Portico “Expected end date” you will no longer be able to log-in to My Account via Explore with your student credentials. Please make sure you export in advance any lists of saved records which you need to keep.

  • Last Updated Aug 14, 2025
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  • Answered By Nick (Help Services)

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