IRSE Library

IRSE members are able to use the IET library facilities at Savoy Place in London.  The library covers all aspects of electrical and electronics engineering, including telecommunications, signalling and control engineering.  Over 3,000 books are added to stock annually and the Library currently subscribes to over 1,100 periodical titles.  Most IRSE titles are kept in the library. 

Search facility

Information on all books and periodicals can be searched using the computerised catalogue, which can be accessed via the IET website.  IET website - search library catalogue

Borrowing Rights

UK members may borrow a maximum of 10 books at a time, for up to 4 weeks.  Australasian members may borrow a maximum of 3 books, for up to 4 weeks.  The loan period may be extended if the book is not required by another reader.

To borrow a book, select the book you require from the catalogue and email the information to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it  quoting your IRSE membership number.  The library will pay for postage to you, you are required to pay for return mail to the library.