Library ServicesLibrary Services ST@CR 09/2014

Welcome toLondon Metropolitan

University Libraries

Want to get the bestdegree you possibly can?

How we can help

London Met libraries have masses of resources to support your studies...

•Not just books!•Journals (magazines)•E-resources•DVDs

.... and a wide range of study facilities

•Group study

•Silent study

•PCs and printers

•Places where you can use your laptop

How do I join?

• You’re automatically a member

• Your London Met ID card is also your library card

• You need to have it with you to borrow material and to use printers/photocopiers

Where is the library?

• There are three libraries:

Calcutta HouseCommercial RoadHolloway Road

• The library nearest to where you are taught has most of the resources you need, but you are welcome to use any London Met library

When are the libraries open?

Term timeCalcutta House

Commercial Road

Holloway Road

Monday to Friday

08:00* to midnight

09:00 to 21:00 08:00* to midnight

Saturday 10:00 to 18:00 13:00 to 17:00 10:00 to 18:00

Sunday 10:00 to 18:00 Closed 10:00 to 18:00

* Information Desk opens at 9.00am

We are open during the vacation too – check our website for details.

Note: services always close 15 minutes before the library closes – so don’t get caught out by leaving things till the last minute

What can I do 24/7?

Use our online services anytime, anywhere...

•Renewals•E-books •E-journals•E-payments•Subject guides – introduction to useful resources for your course•Databases – find the e-journal articles you need quickly and easily•Library Matters – an open course in WebLearn that will teach you the skills you need to find quality information sources for your coursework

How can I find the material I need?

• By using our online catalogue

catalogue.londonmet.ac.uk

This contains details of all the resources the libraries have, electronic and print

How do I take a book out?

• By using the self-service machine

• You also use the machine to return material

• Simply follow the instructions on the screen

• Any problems – ask our staff for help

How many items can I borrow?

• Undergraduates: 14

• Postgraduates: 18

On top of this, you have unlimited access to our e-resources including e-books

You can also borrow up to 2 items from the 24 Hour Loan Collection

Where can I get help using the library?

General enquiries:

•Online Chat•Library Information Desk

Advice on finding material for coursework:

•Your Academic Liaison Librarian

To find out more

• Visit our web page -www.londonmet.ac.uk/library

• Like us on Facebook

• Follow us on Twitter

• Speak to our staff...

• ... or come and see us at Freshers’ Fair