Library

The Studium's library is specialized in Catholic Theology and in Philosophy. At present, the library has about 40,000 volumes and subscribes to about 10 journals. The library is open during the academic year from September until June. 
Opening hours (during the academic year)
The library is open on Wednesdays from 1 pm to 6 pm during the academic year. If you want to use the library services on other days, please send an email to kirjasto@studium.fi and make an appointment. 

​The library is located on the third floor in the address Ritarikatu 3 B. Please push the button "Studium" at the front door to get in. 

Borrowing books

Registered users have lending rights at the Studium library. General users are charged a fee of EUR 15, with students paying EUR 10. Read more on the Borrowing page.

Collections and tools

The Studium's library was founded by French Dominicans in 1950. The initial collection included books brought from France and a donation from the Academicum Catholicum. At present, the library has about 40,000 volumes. It currently subscribes to about 10 journals.  It is specialized in Catholic Theology and in Philosophy. 

If you need specific guidance in your research, the librarian will be glad to help you. Please contact her at   kirjasto@studium.fi  for further information. 

Read more about the collections and tools available here

Electronic Catalogue

The electronic catalogue database includes Exegetics, Patristics, Liturgy, Vatican Publications, Philosophy, Theology and Spirituality. The Library's Classification is available as a pdf file (in Finnish).
Electronic catalogue (pdf, in Finnish)
E-materials (pdf).

Collectio Catholica Fennica

Collectio Catholica Fennica is a collection of Finnish Catholic literature housed at the Studium Catholicum. The collection consists of works written by Finnish Catholics or Catholics who work or have worked in Finland who have written on the topic of Catholicism. The books and writings in the collection are not available for take-home loans. Read more 
There is also a card catalogue in use in the library. Internet connection possible through a WLAN server (WiFi).