Self-Issue Library books
Our members are encouraged to use the Self-Issue machines to borrow from the Library. This video demonstration shows how to borrow items using the machines.
Library Reader Services
Find out how to borrow or return library books and get a library card. Information about the library automatic loans renewals and fines for late and lost books
Check your Library borrower account online
Review your account to check your loans, return dates and the availability of reserved books. You can also review and pay late fees.
Getting a Library Card
How to join the University of Bath Library and advice about getting a replacement library card.
Guide to Reader Services
The Reader Services team is located on Level 2 of the Library. We help borrowers with the issue and return of library materials and make library cards for staff, students and visitors.
Borrowing from the University Library
Advice for Library users about reserving, borrowing, returning items from the University Library with information about checking your borrower account.
Information about Library fines and charges
Advice about the fines charged for the late return of University of Bath Library items and methods of payment available.
Library Opening times and Staffed Service hours
Please check the advice below regarding Library staffed service hours, service availability and contacting the Library.
Library vacation loans
Advice for library members about book loans, renewal and due dates during University vacations and bank holidays.
Visitor access to the University Library
Advice for Alumni, SCONUL Access users, Schools, Colleges and members of the public about how and when you may enter the Library.
Contact the Reader Services team
For membership queries, issues relating to your borrower account or queries about charges and overdue books please let us know how we can help.