About Us
The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) at Symbiosis International University Dubai is essential to the academic environment, supporting learning, teaching, research, and extracurricular activities. It offers a diverse range of resources tailored to student and faculty needs, aiming to align with and enhance the university's academic goals. The LRC plays a key role in fostering a research culture among students and faculty.
Reference
Service:
Library Reference
Service
aids users with information and
research
through
librarian assistance.
User
Orientation/Information Literacy:
SIUD librarians teach users how to use library resources
through
orientations and literacy programs.
E-Library
Service:
SIUD Library offers 24/7 access to digital resources
like
e-books,
online
journals, and databases.
Circulation
Service:
SIUD Library manages lending, returns, renewals, and
reserves to
keep
resources accessible.
Current Awareness
Service:
It updates users on new library materials via alerts and
newsletters.
Interlibrary
Loans:
Interlibrary Loan lets users borrow books and materials
from
other
libraries, expanding available resources.
Softcopy of
Syllabus:
SIUD Library offers soft copies of syllabi for easy
access to
course
outlines and reading lists.
Textbooks
Arrangements:
The Textbooks Arrangement service acquires, organizes,
and
manages
textbooks
to meet students' curriculum needs.
Library Facilities
Learning Resources
Membership Categories:
General Collection borrower categories, loan periods, and renewals: The loan period for any material circulating in the General Collection depends on the material type and borrower category as summarized below:
| Category | Loan Periods | Books | Journal's | Extends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty | Per Semester | 10 | 3 | One time |
| Students | 2 weeks | 5 | 2 | One time |
| Admin | 2 weeks | 5 | 2 | One time |
E-resources are digital materials like e-books, e-journals, and databases accessible online, providing valuable academic content and enhancing learning and research opportunities. They offer convenient access to high-quality information from anywhere.
First Floor, Block 14 Symbiosis International University Dubai, UAE Phone: +971 4 450 2316; Email: library@siu-dubai.ac.ae
Monday – Friday: 9.00 AM – 8.00 PM Closed on Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays. 24/7; Contact: library@siu-dubai.ac.ae
Website last updated : October 16, 2024
