Answered By: Kate (Customer Services Team Leader)
Last Updated: Oct 24, 2023     Views: 585

You will need your student ID card to enter the Library via the security gates The University Rules, regulations and procedures for students require students to carry their identity card at all times while on University premises and produce it if any member of staff or other authorised person asks to see it.  Please see the link provided. 

However if you do forget your card you can follow these procedures

  • Temporary access cards are loaned for up to 24 hours. You will receive an email confirming the time it is due back.
  • The card must be returned to the reception desk when leaving the library.
  • If the card is more than 3 days overdue, it will be considered lost and customer will be charged a £5 'Lost item replacement fee'
  • maximum of three temporary access card loans are permitted per trimester
  • Items can not be borrowed using a temporary access card.  It is also not possible to tap into lectures to register attendance using the temporary card.