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Using Your Library

Borrowing

To borrow you will need either your Student ID Card or the library app. Bring your item to the Self-Service Machine.


How many items can I borrow?

  • Level 6/7/8 students: 8 items
  • Level 9 students (taught): 8 items
  • Level 9/10 students (research): 15 items
  • Staff: 15 items

Kindles are also available for borrowing: ask at the Library Desk.

For how long can I keep items?

Most items can be borrowed for 3 weeks. Some books are marked Library Use Only and can only be read in the library.

What if I need the item for longer?

Most items will renew automatically. 

What happens if the book I need is checked out to someone else?

Find the book on the catalogue and use the "Place hold" button. If you don't place a hold, the book will automatically renew and it may take some time for it to be returned.

When you place a hold we will email you when the book is ready for collection from the Library Information Desk.

What can I do if the Library does not have the book I need?
If the Library does not own any copies of a book you need you may be able to access it from another library.