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How to use the Library: Alumni, school pupils and members of the public

Our professional team of staff offer a wide range of services to all QMU students, staff and visitors. From help with joining and borrowing; enquiry service, interlibrary loans and photocopying as well as subject support from Liaison Librarians.

How to join

All applicants can apply using this form.

Ex-QMU staff and students may apply to join the Library. Alumni need to provide a copy of their degree certificate when applying.
Members of the public may apply to join the Library. You must also provide another form of identification with proof of address.
Senior school pupils must bring a letter of introduction from their school.
Acceptance as an external member is at the discretion of the Head of Learning Services.

Members of the public who do not wish to join the Library may use the Library for reference purposes only. Please sign in as a visitor at the main campus reception desk and ask to be directed to the Learning Resource Centre.

Alumni and Members of the Public - what can I borrow?

You can borrow up to six loanable (non-reference) items from the Library

Renewals

If not required by other readers, most loans can be renewed for longer.

Items can be renewed in these ways:

  • Use the self service machines opposite the Helpdesk
  • In person at the Helpdesk
  • By telephone on 0131 474 0800

What else can I do?

Opening times

External borrowers can access the library during staffed hours which are currently 8am-6pm Monday to Friday. During Semester 11am to 4pm Saturday and Sunday.

Help with finding materials

General help finding materials is available at The Helpdesk. However, if you require extra assistance, please phone in advance for advice.

Wireless internet

Students from other Universities can connect to our Eduroam wireless network.  Other visitors can use our guest wireless network.

Library regulations

All library users must abide by the library regulations.

 

Senior School Pupils - what can I borrow?

You can borrow up to six loanable (non-reference) items from the Library

 

Restrictions

Some of our resources are restricted to current matriculated students and staff due to account and licensing limitations.

External membership does not allow:

  • Access to online resources e.g. ebooks, ejournals and databases
  • Access to interlibrary loans
  • The ability to reserve or recall items