1. @Londonmetlib /londonmetlibrary londonmet.ac.uk/library Welcome Library Services

2. Want to get the best possible degree? Studies have shown that students who use their university library get better results londonmet.ac.uk/library

3. London Met libraries have masses of resources to support your studies... Not just books! Journals (magazines) E-resources DVDs londonmet.ac.uk/library

4. ... a wide range of study facilities Group study Silent study PCs and printers Places where you can use your laptop Areas where you can relax and enjoy a cold snack londonmet.ac.uk/library

5. ... plus friendly, supportive staff who can Help you get the most out of using the library Show you how to find quality information sources to complete your coursework londonmet.ac.uk/library

6. Where is the library? There are three libraries: Calcutta House – (Old Castle Street) Commercial Road (41-71) Holloway Road (opposite the tube station) The library nearest to where you are taught has most of the resources you need, but you are welcome to use any London Met library londonmet.ac.uk/library

7. When is the library open? Hours vary from site to site We are open in the vacation too - check our website for details Note: services always close 15 minutes before the library shuts – so don’t get caught out by leaving things till the last minute londonmet.ac.uk/library Term timeCalcutta House Commercial Road Holloway Road Monday to Friday 09:00* to 23:00 08:00* to 24:00 Saturday 11:00** to 19:00 Sunday Closed 11:00** to 19:00 * Information desk staffed 09:00-21:00 **Information desk staffed 13:00-17:00

8. What can I do 24/7? Use our online services anytime, anywhere... Renewals E-books E-payments Subject guides – introduction to useful resources for your course londonmet.ac.uk/library

9. And here are some more facilities you can access 24/7... Databases – find the e-journal articles you need quickly and easily Library Matters – an open course in WebLearn that will teach you the skills you need to find quality information sources for your coursework londonmet.ac.uk/library

10. How do I find what I need? Use our online catalogue - catalogue.londonmet.ac.uk This has details of all the resources the libraries have, electronic and print londonmet.ac.uk/library

11. To access e-resources, click where it says View Online Now For books, write down the classmark – you will need this information to locate the book on the shelves Can’t find what you’re looking for? Ask at the Information Desk – we’re always happy to help londonmet.ac.uk/library

12. How do I borrow? Use the self-service machines to borrow and return items Simply follow the instructions on the screen If you get stuck, ask our staff for help londonmet.ac.uk/library

13. How many items can I borrow? Undergraduates: 14 Postgraduates: 18 On top of this, you have unlimited access to our e-resources including e-books You can also borrow up to 2 items from the 24 Hour Loan Collection londonmet.ac.uk/library

14. Where can I get help using the library General enquiries Library Information Desk Library Chat library@londonmet.ac.uk Advice on finding material for coursework Your Academic Liaison Librarian londonmet.ac.uk/library

15. To find out more... Talk to our staff Visit our webpage – londonmet.ac.uk/library Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter... or come and see us at Freshers’ Fair londonmet.ac.uk/library