How to Use Our Libraries
Who Can Use Our Libraries?
The following visitors can use our libraries, including Kyushu University alumni and non-public entity staff: those who need our library materials for academic research, investigation, or study. We do not allow visitors to use the seats just for resting and studying with your own book. In addition, we may give priority to Kyushu University students and restrict visitors' access to our libraries during Kyushu University's examination periods and other peak times.
Admittance
Some of the libraries require visitors to present his or her ID document(drivers licence, passport, health insurance card, etc.) at the circulation desk.
For Further User-Privileges
For anyone who would like to have continuing library services, please register and make your library ID at the circulation desk.
You may borrow materials only from
- Central Library
- Scitech Library
- Design Library
- Chikushi Library
Borrowing from the Medical Library is available only to alumni of the Hospital Campus and medical professionals within Fukuoka Prefecture.
Offices and Required Documents for Applying
| Types by Purpose | Library in Charge | Required Documents | During for Issue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continuing use without borrowing | Central Library, Scitech Library, Design Library（Applying by mailing is accepted） * Medical Library and Chikushi Library cannot process creation or renewal | one of your ID in the following:
* For foreign nationals: Residence Card or Special Permanent Resident Certificate | 1 week Come to the circulation desk to receive your user ID. |
| Continuing use allowed borrowing | Central Library, Scitech Library, Design Library, Chikushi Library（Applying by mailing is accepted） * The Medical Library issues cards only to alumni of the Hospital Campus and medical professionals within Fukuoka Prefecture. As a different application form is required, please visit the library in person to complete the application. | one of your ID in the following:
* For foreign nationals: Residence Card or Special Permanent Resident Certificate Request Form |
NOTES
The Kyushu University Library offers library services to individuals who are studying or researching academic area as well as faculty and students in higher education are seeking. Please describe your research area in the request form.
The user ID is valid for a year. You may renew your expiration date.(Applying by mailing is not accepted)
Let us know immediately when your address information is chaneged and your Library ID is lost.
Entering and Leaving
Present your ID card at the gate in the entrance.
[Patrons with disabilities] Call our staff if you need help.
Go through the gate at the entrance. You do not need present your ID card when leaving.
When you leaving with our materials that are not checked out, the gate at entrance blocks your way with alarm bell and we inspect all belongings you are carrying with. We appreciate your cooperation.
The following items may cause the alarm works.
The following items may cause the alarm works.
- Items borrowed at other libraries (including ILL-requested items)
- Rented CDs and DVDs
- Cell phones
- Portable music players
