Library at a glance

Monash University Library is one of Australia’s leading academic libraries. Across six branches and online, we offer world-class collections, inclusive study spaces, and direct access to expert advice.

Our collections

Our collections are one of the largest in Australia, with over 6.7 million items. New resources are added to the collection daily. The collection at each branch supports the faculties present on each campus.

Close up of books at the Hargrave-Andrew Library on Clayton campus

Facts and figures

  • Our digital resources were accessed over 13 million times last year

    We have over 4 million digital resources in our collection.

  • We have over 6.7 million items in our collections

    This includes over 2 million physical items.

  • 300,000 digital and bound journals

    Give Monash staff and students access to the latest quality research.

  • 1,824 databases

    Provide quality resources for teaching, research and study.

The digital resources subscribed to by the Library are accessible to Monash staff and students. Select resources are available to Alumni via the Monash Alumni Portal.

We are also proud to maintain a number of special collections of national and international significance. Go to Library search or find resources to start exploring.

Our libraries

We have six branch libraries in Victoria, Australia, and our associated Indonesia Library and Malaysia Library. Last year we achieved:

Facts and figures

  • 2.6 million

    Library visitors welcomed

  • 5.7 million

    Website visits

  • 19,200+

    Research outputs verified

  • 5,000+

    Support sessions and expert advice given

All our libraries have:

  • group, individual and silent study areas
  • computer workstations
  • photocopying, scanning and printing facilities.

We offer accessible study spaces, assistive technology and practical support. To find out more, visit our Accessibility and disability support page.

Our spaces

Across our six Australian branches we offer:

Facts and figures

  • Seats

    6.5k

  • Bookable rooms

    37

  • Hushpods

    4

  • 24/7 study space, expansion underway

    1

Our strategy

Our seven strategic drivers for 2026–2030 guide our priorities and shape how Monash University Library contributes to the University. They inform our annual priorities and our contribution in each focus area.

Our services

Monash University Library’s services extend beyond books and buildings. Our services support our global community, boost equity and foster belonging.  We offer one-to-one support and time-saving digital tools. Our experts provide resources and support on everything from finding and evaluating literature to grant compliance and copyright.

To access our services, go to our Library home page.