Institutional Access

British Online Archives provides several pathways for institutions to access our primary source collections. We understand that academic libraries have diverse budgetary requirements and acquisition strategies. Our flexible options allow you to select the most suitable approach for your institution's needs and financial framework.

Perpetual Access

BOA offers permanent ownership through a single purchase. Your institution acquires collections outright with no recurring subscription fees for our products.

Evidence-Based Acquisition

Assess our complete platform over a 12-month period. Following this evaluation, select specific collections to retain permanently based on your analysis of usage data and relevance to your institution's research and teaching priorities.

Jisc DAC Purchasing Scheme (UK institutions only)

UK institutions can join this collaborative purchasing programme covering 20 of our most sought-after collections. This community-based approach delivers cost efficiencies for all participants. The scheme operates throughout the academic year and provides permanent access without annual fees.

To arrange a free trial of our collections for your university, please contact us to indicate which resources would be of interest. Our team is ready to support your evaluation process and answer any questions about our acquisition models.