How to Use Our Libraries

Library Card

To use Kyushu University libraries, all patrons need to have our library cards. Patrons can use all libraries on campus. However, be aware that each library has different policies for use.

Students

For those who are issued IC student ID card, use it as your library card.
If your student ID card is not an IC card, please apply to your department’s student affairs office for an IC personal card.

Faculty and Staff

Your staff ID card or Personal card works as a library card.
If you don't have, please apply for one through the human resources office of their department.

Professor Emeritus

Your Professor Emeritus Card works as a library card.
If you don't have, please make application by phone below.
Personnel Affairs Division 
Phone: 092-802-2236
Point to be checked: your name (in Roman name) and your address

Admittance and Exit

Admittance

All patrons are required to present their library-use card to enter. When you are not carrying with your card, ask a librarian at the circulation desk how to enter.

[Patrons with disabilities]Call our staff when you need help.

Exit

You may just go through the gates at the entrance to exit.
[NOTE]
When you leave with our materials that are not checked out, the gate at entrance blocks your way with alarm bell, and then we inspect all belongings you are carrying with. We appreciate your cooperation.
The following items may cause the alarm works.
  • Items borrowed at other libraries (including ILL items)
  • Rented CDs and DVDs
  • Cell phones
  • Portable music players

Hours

Please check the calendar for each library.

◇Medical Library 24 hours opening

Only students, faculty, and healthcare professionals in the hospital campus may use the Medical Library after closing time (24 hours opening). Prior application is required. 
For details, please refer to the "Use of the Medical Library 24 hours opening" page.
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