Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science (LCCOS)

Library, Culture, Collections and Open Science (LCCOS) is a department within the Office of the UCL Vice-Provost (Faculties). We provide outstanding staff, services and resources to support the world-class research, education and enterprise that is undertaken in UCL. We connect the world with UCL through innovative programming and engagement activities and through our museums. We are the home of the Office for Open Science and Scholarship and a partner in the UCL Research Institute for Collections.

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Library Services

UCL Library Services supports learning, teaching and research at UCL and includes libraries and learning spaces located across London, covering a wide range of specialist subjects.

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Office for Open Science and Scholarship

The UCL Office for Open Science and Scholarship supports the UCL community in the adoption of Open practices and approaches.

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Museums and Collections

LCCOS is the home of the Grant Museum of Zoology, the Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology, the UCL Art Museum and the UCL Pathology Museum and a wide range of exhibitions and events.

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Bloomsbury Theatre and Studio

The Bloomsbury Theatre & Studio supports theatre related research and student activity at UCL, as well as hosting the very best of international artists. Includes UCL Event Ticketing service. Find out What’s On.

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Public Engagement

UCL's Co-Production and Public Engagement team supports staff and students to engage with public groups and communities outside UCL.

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LCCOS Strategy 2024-2027

LCCOS brings together some 450 staff across libraries, museums, theatre and public engagement. This new strategy will build on our collective successes and enable the flourishing of arts and cultural activities at UCL.