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The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Library is dedicated to providing high-quality library services to support teaching, learning, and research. There are five campus libraries across Durban and Peter Merrittsburg, each offering unique resources and services. As a UKZN student, you have access to all campus libraries and their extensive collections. The libraries offer study spaces, specialized services, and resources tailored to your needs. There are also bookable discussion rooms and seminar rooms for group work. The Research Commons provides a quiet environment for advanced research. All libraries have computer facilities and Wi-Fi access. The library's online catalog allows you to search for various resources, and librarians are available to assist with research. Printing and copying services are available, and dedicated library staff are ready to help you. Welcome to the University of KwaZulu-Natal UKZN Library. Our libraries are integral to the University's mission as a leading institution for African scholarship. We are dedicated to enhancing teaching, learning, and research by providing a diverse and expanding range of high-quality library services. UKZN Library comprises five campus libraries across Durban and Peter Merrittsburg, each offering unique resources and services to support your academic journey. Durban. E.G. Malherba Library at Howard College Campus. Edmondson Library at Edgewood Campus. Westville Library at Westville Campus. Nelson Mandela School of Medicine Library. Peter Merrittsburg. Cecil Renault Library at the Peter Merrittsburg Campus. As a UKZN student, your student card grants you access to all campus libraries and their extensive collections, including books, journals, theses, and multimedia materials available in both print and digital formats. Each library features a centralized service point for circulation functions, where you can borrow and return materials, access academic reserves, and use interlibrary loan services. Our libraries offer more than just study spaces. They also provide specialized services and resources tailored to your needs. UKZ.N's special collections, including the Campbell Collections, Gandhi Luthuli Documentation Center, and Alan Payton Center and Struggle Archives, preserve significant historical resources and support the university's vision by promoting creative study, original research, and intellectual exchange. Each library provides open study spaces, as well as bookable discussion rooms and seminar rooms for group work. For advanced research, the Research Commons offers a dedicated, quiet environment for postgraduate students and researchers, with access to electronic resources, computers, and projectors for collaborative studies. All libraries are equipped with computer facilities and accessibility LANs for searching and accessing resources. With UKZ.N's campus-wide Wi-Fi, you can connect and access resources anywhere on campus using your student number and LAN password. Off-campus access is facilitated through EasyProxy and GlobalProtect, allowing you to access library resources from anywhere. The library's online catalog is a comprehensive tool that allows you to search across all types of resources, including books, e-books, journal articles, and more. You can also initiate interlibrary loan requests directly from the catalog. Our subject-specific librarians are available both in-person and online to assist with research, literature searches, and accessing suitable resources. They have also created LibGuides, which are online support pages tailored to specific subjects, providing relevant resources and information. This closed-access collection houses prescribed and recommended materials that are available for short-term loans—two hours. You can use your student card to load credit for printing and copying, which are available in all libraries. Our dedicated library staff are always ready to assist you with any queries and support your academic journey. Whether you need help in person through real-time chat or by exploring our comprehensive FAQ database, we are here to ensure you have a successful experience at UKZ.n. We look forward to your visit. Explore more on our website or start a real-time chat with us to learn more.