Borrowing Items from the Library
Frequently Asked Questions                                                                                    
These frequently asked questions refer to books belonging to our library. 
Please note that conditions for inter-library loans may be different

  How do I find out if the item I want is in the library?
Search our library catalogue here
Click here for a list of videocassettes 

How many items am I allowed to borrow?
You may  borrow up to 4 books and two video cassettes at a time
A deposit of £10 is required for each videocassette you borrow

How long may I keep them?
The loan period is 4 weeks for books and one week for video cassettes

Is it possible to extend the loan period for a book?
Yes books can be renewed twice provided that they are not required by 
another reader.  You can renew books in person, by phone or e-mail
If you e-mail your renewal request please let us know your name and 
the copy number of the book. The maximum loan period for a book is 3 months

Can I borrow journals?
Journals are to be used within the library and cannot be borrowed

Document Delivery
It is possible to obtain items not held in the library via the inter-library network. Please check the library stock before requesting an inter-library item
If you wish to request an item please fill the appropriate form at the counter, or click on the links below

Request a inter-library book loan

Request a journal article

Please allow about 10 days for most items to arrive, some popular items may take longer. There is a charge for this service. The charge for inter-library items varies according to the provider used. Please ask at the counter for current prices.

How to Find books on the Shelves
The library uses the National Library of Medicine (NLM) classification scheme. The class mark used reflects the main subject content of the book, but you may need to look in more than one location for the same subject. For example for books on liver disorders look in the gastroenterology section, for books on liver disorders in children look in the paediatrics section.