Using the library

<h2>Access</h2> <span> </span> <a href="/en-za/Libraries/Pages/default.aspx">All libraries</a> of the Library and Information Service are accessible to all students of the University. Access control at the Stellenbosch University Library and branch libraries requires swiping a valid SU student card. Students who do not have their student card on their person will be allowed inside, subject to identification with a valid identification document. See <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/hours">Library hours</a>. <h2><br>Borrowing privileges</h2><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Number of loans: 15 items</li><li>Borrowing period: 30 days per item</li><li> <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/renew.aspx">Renewals</a>: 2 per item (within maximum renewal period of 90 days) unless someone else has requested it. <a href="https://sun-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/primo-explore/account?vid=27US_V1&section=overview&lang=en_US" target="_blank">Renew online</a> or enquire at the lending desk. <br></li><li>Returns: To any of the libraries of the Library and Information Service</li><li>Fines for overdue items: R1.00 per item per day</li><li>Fine limit: R30.00 (borrowing privileges will be suspended when this limit has been exceeded)</li><li> <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/reserve-book.aspx"><span style="text-decoration:underline;"></span></a><a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/Pages/reserve-book.aspx">Reserving books currently on loan</a>: Free and unlimited. <a href="https://sun-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/primo-explore/account?vid=27US_V1&section=overview&lang=en_US" target="_blank">Reserve online</a> or enquire at the lending desk.</li><li>Material available to borrow: All item types except where POLICY is indicated as “Not loanable"</li><li>Lost/damaged books: Replacement value payable to the Library and Information Service<br><br></li></ul><h2>Services</h2><h3>Information services & research support</h3>Please consult the following library webpages and guides:<br> <ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li> <a href="/en-za/Research/rc/Pages/default.aspx">Carnegie Research Commons</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/StepbyStep">Find, access and use information effectively: a step by step guide</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/researchprocess">The research process</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/content.php?pid=698324">Referencing</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/mendeley">Mendeley</a></li><li> <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/"><span lang="EN-US">Subject guides</span></a> provide access to subject-specific resources and pertinent research matters within a subject area <br></li></ul>Your <a href="/en-za/AboutUs/ContactUs/Pages/fbs.aspx">faculty librarian</a> is available by appointment.<br> An electronic information service is available at <a href="https://libanswers.sun.ac.za/">Ask a Librarian</a>.<br><br> <h3>Finding books, articles & other information resources</h3>Visit our <a href="/">library homepage</a> and type your search terms in the search box or choose E-databases or E-journals from the FIND menu. Guidelines are available at <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/StepbyStep">Find, access and use information effectively: a step by step guide</a>. See <a href="https://libguides.sun.ac.za/content.php?pid=344501&sid=2818211">Find information</a>.<br><br><h3>Finding your way around the library</h3>Introduction to the physical and virtual library:<br> <ul><li> <a href="https://prezi.com/qwdyg4c7zn4z/introduction-to-the-stellenbosch-library-and-information-service/" target="_blank">Introduction to the Library & Information Service</a> *Prezi</li><li> <a href="https://prezi.com/vi1kxkqt3eo-/stellenbosch-library-and-information-service-new-homepage/" target="_blank">Library & Information Service (new website)</a> *Prezi</li><li>Stellenbosch University Library : <a href="/SiteCollectionDocuments/jsg/SU%20Library%20floor%20plan.pdf" target="_blank">Floor plan</a></li><li>Medicine & Health Sciences Library: <a href="/SiteCollectionDocuments/jsg/MHS%20Library%20floor%20plan.pdf" target="_blank">Floor plan</a><br><br></li></ul><h3>Internet & wireless access</h3>Internet and wireless access is available in all libraries to Stellenbosch University staff and students registered on the University network. <span><span><span><span><span><span><span>See <a href="/en-za/Help/Pages/wireless-access.aspx">Wireless access</a>.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span><br><br> <h3>Library orientation & training</h3>Consult the following training calendars:<br> <ul><li> <a href="https://sun.ac.za.libcal.com/stb#%21/month/2017/03">Library training calendar</a></li><li> <a href="/en-za/Learning/Pages/training-postgrads.aspx">Training programme – postgraduates & researchers</a></li></ul>Alternatively request a one-on-one training session via <a href="http://libanswers.sun.ac.za/"> Ask a Librarian</a>.<br><br><h3>Electronic resources</h3>Access to a multitude of electronic resources is provided by means of <a href="https://sun-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/primo-explore/search?vid=27US_V1&lang=en_US&mode=advanced&sortby=rank" target="_blank">SUNSearch</a>, the search function on the <a href="/en-za/Pages/Home.aspx">library homepage</a> and provides collective access to the Library's e-resources.<br><br> <h3>Off-campus e-access</h3>All electronic resources offered by the Library and Information Service via our <a href="/">library homepage</a> are available from home, office computers, laptops or mobile phones. Use your SU network username and password to sign in. See <a href="/en-za/Help/Pages/offcampus-electronic-access.aspx">Off-campus e-access</a>.<br><br> <h3>Print, copy & scan</h3>Staff and students are able to print, copy and scan at any secure pull print printer available in the libraries by using your student/staff card. You are also able to print, copy or scan by using your student/staff card at Maties Copy & Print that is situated in the Stellenbosch University Library and at the Neelsie. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/Pages/Copy-print-scan.aspx">Print, copy & scan</a>.<br><br> <h3>Interlibrary loans</h3>Material not available in any of the libraries of the Library and Information Service may be borrowed from other libraries. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/interloans/Pages/default.aspx">Interlibrary loans</a>.<br><br><h3>Off-campus document delivery</h3>Library material can be sent to students not residing on campus and who are prepared to pay for the service. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/borrow/off-campus-doc-del/Pages/default.aspx">Off-campus document delivery</a>.<br><br><h3>Short loans</h3><ul><li>Frequently used items</li><li>Only available to SU students and staff</li><li>Number of items: 3</li><li>Loan period during library hours for use in the library: 3 hours</li><li>Loan period when the library is closed: overnight (out 30 min before closing; back 30 min after opening)</li><li>Fines for late returns: R10.00 per hour after a grace period of 30 min<br><br></li></ul><h3>Room bookings</h3>Various rooms are available to book. See <a href="/en-za/Usingthelibrary/Roombookings/Pages/default.aspx">Room bookings</a>.<br><br>

We are loading, please wait

Please make sure Javascript is enabled

Find

Using the Library

Research

Learning

Libraries

Help

About Us

We are loading, please wait

Please make sure Javascript is enabled

Postgraduate guide // <![CDATA[ _spBodyOnLoadFunctionNames.push("setupPageDescriptionCallout"); // ]]>

Postgraduate guide