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​​Access

All libraries of the Library and Information Service are accessible to staff of the University. Access control at the Stellenbosch University Library and branch libraries requires swiping a valid SU staff card. No access without a valid SU staff card. See Library hours.
 

Borrowing privileges

Lecturers:
  • Number of loans: 30 items
  • Borrowing period: 90 days per item
  • Renewals: 2 per item (within maximum renewal period of 270 days) unless someone else has requested it.

Other staff:

  • Number of loans: 15 items
  • Borrowing period: 30 days per item
  • Renewals: 2 per item (within maximum renewal period of 90 days) unless someone else has requested it.

All staff:

  • Renewals: Renew online or ask a staff me​​mber.
    ​    In person, enquire at Client Service at the SU Library or the lending desk of any of the branch libraries.
  • Returns: To Client Service at the SU Library or the lending desk of any of the branch libraries.
    It is possible to return books by putting them in the drop boxes at the libraries’ entrances.
  • Reserving books currently on loan: Free and unlimited.
    Reserve online or ask a staff me​​mber.
    In person, enquire at Client Service at the SU Library or the lending desk of any of the branch libraries.
  • Material available to borrow: All items marked "Loanable"
  • Lost/damaged books: Replacement value payable to the Library and Information Service

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Information services & research support

Please consult the following library guides:
  • Find, access and use information effectively: a step by step guide
  • The research process
  • Referencing
  • EndNote
  • Subject guides provide access to subject-specific resources and pertinent research matters within a subject area
Your faculty librarian is available by appointment.
An electronic information service is available at Ask a Librarian.

Finding books, articles & other information resources

Do a Library Search on the library homepage or choose E-databases or E-journals from the FIND menu.
Guidelines are available at Find, access and use information effectively: a step by step guide. See Find information.


Finding your way around the library

Introduction to the physical and virtual library:

  • Stellenbosch University Library: Floor​​ plan
  • Medicine & Health Sciences Library: F​loor plan​

Internet & wireless access

Internet via the EduRoam world-wide Wi-Fi roaming access service is available in all libraries to Stellenbosch University staff and students registered on the University network. See Wireless access.

Library orientation & training

Consult the following training calendars:
  • Library training calendar
  • Generic training - SmartResearcher workshops
  • Training tutorials & videos
Alternatively request a one-on-one training session via Ask a Librarian.


Electronic resources

Do a Library Search on the library homepag​​e or choose E-databases or E-Journals from the FIND menu.
Guidelines are available at Find, access and use information effectively: a step by step guide. See Find information.

Off-campus e-access

All electronic resources offered by the Library and Information Service via our library homepage are available from home, office computers, laptops or mobile phones. Use your SU network username and password to sign in. See Off-campus e-access.

Interlibrary loans

Material not available in any of the libraries of the Library and Information Service may be borrowed from other libraries. See Interlibrary loans.

Short loans

The service provides access to frequently used items for short periods to ensure that it is accessible to a large number of clients. See Short Loans guidelines for lecturing staff.

Print, copy & scan

Staff and students are able to print, copy and scan at any secure pull print printer available in the library by using your student/staff card. See Print, copy & scan.

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Various rooms are available to book. See Bookings.
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