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I have lost my student ID card, what should I do?
17096 views | Last updated on Sep 06, 2015 ID
Visit this page to find all the information you need. Everyone visiting the Main Library is required to produce a current membership card or proof of identity at Reception. More information on our...
When is the Art Materials shop open at the College of Art and Design?
15583 views | Last updated on Nov 06, 2014 Art Materials Duncan of Jordanstone
The Art Materials Shop at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design is open Monday to Friday 8.45am - 4pm. It is located within the Crawford Building opposite the entrance to the DJCAD...
Where can I return my books?
14351 views | Last updated on Sep 07, 2015 Opening hours Books
You can return books to Main Library or any of our site libraries. Please check the opening times of our site libraries. At Main Library you can return books in the library, or use the external...
How can I search for recent journal articles for my subject?
13202 views | Last updated on Dec 20, 2017 Journal articles Databases Journals
The easiest place to start your search is by using Library Search. Library Search provides a single search box to search across all types of academic content including ebooks, journals, newspapers...
Where do I collect books I have requested?
Books you have requested can be collected from the 'Requests' area of Main Library, within the InfoZone. This is directly in front of you as you pass through the entry gates at Main Library. At...
Can I renew my books?
You no longer have to renew your books. This will be done automatically for a period of 12 months unless someone else requests one of the books you have on loan, in which case you will be notified...
How will the Library contact me?
We use your University email account to notify you when requested items are available to collect, the due date for an item you have on loan is approaching, and items have become overdue. It is...
I am leaving the University can I donate my books to the library?
That's very thoughtful of you however we no longer accept donations of books. All the best for the future!
What is subject support?
10046 views | Last updated on Aug 22, 2015 Subject Support
Subject support is available for staff, students and researchers. Please visit the LibGuides page. Subject support staff are skilled in finding and using information resources in the different...
How can I get help with a literature search?
9500 views | Last updated on Feb 23, 2018 Subject Support Liaison Service Distance learner Literature search
We have an online guide. You can also book a 1-2-1 appointment, or get help via email if you are distance learning student. Try the online LibGuide on Literature Searching, or email us for help:...
Where can I pay fines?
At Main Library you can pay fines at any of the self service machines. You can also pay by credit/debit card at the self service machines at Main Library. You can also phone the Library to pay...
Can I print on A3 paper? How much does it cost?
5009 views | Last updated on Mar 21, 2016 photocopy sizes photocopy photocopy prices photocopying printing print prices print sizes print
Yes, below is a list of the various size options and prices we offer - Black and white printing costs: A4 duplex (double-sided) - 4p per side (8p per page) A4 single sided - 5p per page A3...
I looked up a book that I would like to borrow for Maths. The location of the book is Remote Store 1 (Solum) Mathematics Collection. Where is that?
4669 views | Last updated on Feb 23, 2018 Library Store Remote Store Hold Request
Some library material is shelved in library stores and we will collect them for you. These items can still be requested as normal through Library Search. When the item is available for collection...
How do I get a library card?
4509 views | Last updated on Sep 07, 2015 ID
Your University of Dundee Staff/Student ID is your library card. Please remember to bring it every time you visit one of our libraries. If you are not a member of University of Dundee, please...
How many items can I borrow?
Undergraduates 18 items Taught Postgraduates 30 items Research Postgraduates 30 items Staff 30 items Please note that audiovisual items (including CDs, DVDs, and videos) are available to...
How do I use EndNote?
4436 views | Last updated on Jan 08, 2015 Referencing EndNote
Please see this short introduction video for an overview of how to use EndNote and some of the benefits of using EndNote.
Can I return books to one of the other libraries?
4175 views | Last updated on Dec 20, 2017 Ninewells Perth Books Duncan of Jordanstone Kirkcaldy
Of course, the Library and Learning Centre has 4 other libraries you can use in addition to the Main Library in Dundee. There are libraries at Ninewells, Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and...
What is Box of Broadcasts?
4043 views | Last updated on Apr 03, 2015 BoB Film Box of Broadcasts Sound Image Television
BoB, or Box of Broadcasts, is a fantastic off-air recording and media archive service. All registered staff and students at the University of Dundee can record programmes using BoB. You can record...
What is EndNote?
3949 views | Last updated on Sep 07, 2015 Referencing EndNote
EndNote is reference management software, used to manage bibliographies and references when writing essays and articles. Please see our page on Using EndNote with Library Resources.