Circulation Privileges

All registered users are entitled to borrow material from the library. Borrowing privileges may differ depending on the member category. Please inquire the circulation counter about your borrowing privileges. All library patrons must produce a valid ID card when borrowing any material.
Loan Periods
Students - 4 books for 2 weeks
Faculty - 8 books for 4 weeks
Staff - 2 books for 2 weeks

Returning Materials

1. Borrowed library materials may be returned to the circulation desk during library hours.
2. If you do not return your library materials on time an overdue notice will be sent to you and fine will be imposed.

Renewals

Library material may be renewed once if it is not reserved by any other library user.

Reservation

If an item is on loan, we may reserve that item for you at the circulation desk. An email notice will be sent to you and the item will be re-shelved if it is not picked up within three days.

Lost or Damaged Library Materials

Borrowers will be required to replace the lost or damaged item(s) in the collection with a new copy.

General Library Rules

1. All persons entering the library must deactivate/set at silent mode their mobile phones.
2. Any personal belongings (i.e. books, bags, purses, parcels etc.) are subject to search before leaving the library if the electronic security device is activated.
3. The library user is responsible for all personal belongings brought into the library. The University of Dubai Library disclaims any liability for its loss or damage while in the library.
4. The university's IT Code of Conduct must be observed when using the Open Learning Resources.
5. Library users must not damage, mark or deface any library materials or equipment.
6. Users must comply with the provisions of the intellectual property rights.