Library opening hours. Level 1 lockdown measures remain in place
All libraries are open at the following times:
Monday to Sunday: 24/7
Please check the library website as hours change according to lockdown levels and circumstances.
If you wish to get a book you need to request it, a library staff member will find it for you and then let you know when you can fetch it.
Setting up my library account
We may be physically closed but we are working from home so feel free to contact us.
Make sure you have Global Protect downloaded to successfully access library resources and enjoy the benefits of the zero rated UKZN links for data.
The Information Studies Libguide provides information for undergraduates, postgraduates and researchers in the field of Library and information Science. This guide will help with your research, learn from tutorials and find out about services from your library.
Information Studies is taught from the Pietermaritzburg campus. The Information Studies programme sits within the Development cluster of the School of Social Sciences in the College of Humanities.
Access to databases and journals and iCatalogue full text resources from off campus is via the off campus option. From the 'Resources' option on the black tool bar on the Library's webpage, choose the off campus link from the drop down menu, click on the name of the desired database and enter your university login and password.