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Group Study Rooms

GSR
Reserve a Group Study Room at O’Reilly or Cregan Library. Check real-time room availability, review eligibility rules, and manage collaborative study bookings online.

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3 students studying in a group study room in O' Reilly library

Book a room to do group projects

Group Study Rooms (GSRs) are dedicated spaces designed for registered DCU students who want to work together on projects or other academic tasks.

The booking system is simple to use. It clearly shows which rooms are available and when, so you can reserve a space quickly and easily.

How to Book a Group Study Room (GSR)

How to book a GSR during term time:

Ensure that you use your DCU email address. 

You will receive an email to verify your booking. If you don’t verify within three hours, your booking is cancelled. Once it’s verified, you’ll get a confirmation email with the details.

Note: You cannot book a GSR by phone or email

Group Study Rooms can be booked or used by registered DCU students who need a space for group work.

Rooms cannot be booked or used by staff, external members, or alumni members, even if accompanied by a DCU-registered student.

O’Reilly Library has 16 rooms and Cregan Library has two rooms available.

Please note that whiteboards are available in each study room in O'Reilly Library. Whiteboard markers and wiping clothes are available from the library help desk in exchange for your DCU Student ID card.

O'Reilly Library

Room Number Floor Time  Capacity
1 Ground Floor 1 hour 6
3 1st Floor 2 hours 6
4 1st Floor 2 hours 6
5 1st Floor 2 hours 6
6 1st Floor 1 hour 6
7 1st Floor 1 hour 6
8 1st Floor 2 hours 6
9 1st Floor 1 hour 6
10 1st Floor 1 hour 6
12 2nd Floor 2 hours 6
13 2nd Floor 1 hour 4
14 2nd Floor 1 hour 4
15 2nd Floor 1 hour 4
16 2nd Floor 1 hour 4
17 2nd Floor 2 hours 6
18 2nd Floor 2 hours 6

Cregan Library

Room Number Floor Time Capacity
G215 1st Floor 1 hour 6
G315 2nd Floor 1 hour 6

Group Study Rooms FAQs

How many bookings can I make?

Each student is permitted to book a maximum of one GSR for use in a single day.

Block booking a study room over the course of the day will not be possible.

How will I know when my booking is confirmed?

After you book a GSR, you’ll get an email asking you to verify it. Make sure to do that within three hours, otherwise, the booking will be cancelled.

Once you’ve verified it, you’ll get a confirmation email with the room number, date, and time.

Don’t forget to share the details with your group.

What if I never receive a confirmation email?

The confirmation email is the second email you should receive. If you didn’t get it, it likely means you didn’t verify your booking within three hours of receiving the verification email.

If you didn’t receive this verification email, it’s possible you entered your DCU email address incorrectly, or used a different email address by mistake. In this case, please contact the Library Help Desk for help.

Reminder: Always use your DCU student email when booking a GSR.

How do I cancel my booking?

You can cancel your booking via the cancellation link in your confirmation email.

Please don’t make a booking if you do not intend to use it, as this is a very popular service

I forgot to confirm my booking.

If you have not confirmed your booking within three hours of receiving the verification email, the booking will be cancelled. 

What if we're late for our booking?

If a room is unoccupied 15 minutes after the booking start time, it will be considered free and can be used by another group.

How do I use the screen?

Every study room has a screen that you can connect to your laptop using the HDMI cable provided.

Wireless connectivity is not available, and the monitors do not support audio output.

To set it up:

  • Use the control panel on the wall to turn on the screen
  • Plug the HDMI cable into your laptop
  • Turn on your laptop. The screen should connect automatically after a few seconds
  • If you need help, contact the DTS Helpdesk.
  • Library Group Study Rooms (GSRs) are available to registered DCU students who wish to collaborate in groups for project or other academic-related work.
  • All GSRs must be booked in advance.You can access the GSR booking link here.
  • Bookings can be made up to two weeks in advance.
  • Each student may book one room per day.
  • Anyone using a room without a booking must leave when requested by a group with a valid booking.
  • If a room remains unoccupied 15 minutes after the allotted start time, it is deemed vacant and may be used by another group.
  • Room Capacity O’Reilly Library
    • Rooms 13, 14, 15 & 16: maximum 4 students
    • Rooms 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 17 & 18: maximum 6 students
  • Room Capcity Cregan Library
    • Rooms G215 and G315: maximum 6 students
  • Individuals will be asked to leave if the room exceeds capacity limits.
  • Keep discussions at a low conversational level. GSRs are not soundproof.
  • Disruptive behaviour may result in being asked to leave and may lead to disciplinary action.
  • Phones must be on silent. Do not make or receive calls in a GSR.
  • Headphones must be used with all personal audio equipment, including laptops. Headphones are not provided by the Library.
  • Food is not permitted inside the Library building, including GSRs. Non-spill drinks are permitted.
  • Smoking and vaping are not allowed. Breaches will be referred directly to the University Disciplinary Committee.
  • Use the bins provided and leave the room clean and tidy.
  • The whiteboard must be cleaned after use before the next booking.
  • Do not move furniture, including chairs, into or out of a GSR.
  • Do not deface the furniture, walls or equipment.
  • Vacate the room promptly at the end of your booking.
  • Remove all personal belongings and Library materials.
  • Do not hold the room beyond your allotted time.
  • Library Regulations
    All users are subject to DCU Library’s Code of Conduct, Food Policy and Noise Policy. See Library Regulations: Behaviour in the Library for full details.
  • Library staff may enter rooms as needed for security, maintenance or other operational reasons.