Public Access to Computing and Library Facilities
From Monday 4 April until Friday 27 May access to the library is restricted to members of the University ONLY, members include Alumni, Sconul (Band A, B and C) paid Public Members.
At this particular time of the year, the priority is to maintain a studious environment and to ensure we have sufficient study spaces for our students in the lead up to exams.
External Users, with the exception of SCONUL Access members, will need to book in advance to visit the Library
All membership cards (with the exception of walk-in users) are now produced in advance of visiting the Library. If you wish to apply for membership or have any questions please contact borrower.queries.
The library welcomes members of the public to use our library and computing facilities. We also participate in various reciprocal schemes for students and staff of other institutions, for more details see Using Other Libraries. If you wish to visit the library you can find the library staffing and opening hours here.
Public access to computing facilities
Please Note: Whilst our systems are undergoing a security review no new IT accounts can be created for members of the public (including walk-in users and renewing public members) until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience.Access to IT facilities by existing and new Alumni remains unaffected, and SCONUL Access members can access our internet on their own devices via Eduroam.
Public access to library facilities
We welcome members of the public to use our library facilities for reference purposes free of charge. Just bring along two forms of recognised identification (one to include your current address) to our reception desk and you will be issued with a guest pass.
You can use all available print and some audio-visual materials (subject to policy and licensing) and gain access to our Archives and Special Collections (may require appointment).
Public Membership scheme
Anyone who is not a member of the University and is over 18 can pay to become borrowing members of the library under the Public Membership scheme.
There are several categories of Public Membership:
| Category | Personal |
| Eligibility | Any member of the public |
| Annual fee | £30 |
| Enrolment requirement | Two recognised forms of ID (one to include your current address) |
| Loan entitlement | 5 books |
| Category | Kirklees or Calderdale Passport holders |
| Eligibility | All Kirklees or Calderdale Passport holders |
| Annual fee | £15 |
| Enrolment requirement | Two recognised forms of ID (one to include your current address) and a current Kirklees or Calderdale Passport |
| Loan entitlement | 5 books |
| Category | Alumni |
| Eligibility | Students who have completed their course here |
| Annual fee | Free of charge |
| Enrolment requirement | A recognised form of ID and a results letter/certificate |
| Loan entitlement | 5 books |
| Category | Corporate |
| Eligibility | Companies, professional societies and local authority departments |
| Annual fee | £100 per card. Each card is transferable within the organisation |
| Enrolment requirement | A senior manager will be asked to sign the enrolment form |
| Loan entitlement | 5 books |
| Category | Local Societies / Charities |
| Eligibility | Amateur / local support groups and registered charities |
| Annual fee | £50 per card. Each card is transferable within the organisation |
| Enrolment requirement | A senior committee member will be asked to sign the enrolment form |
| Loan entitlement | 5 books |
| Category | Schools / Colleges |
| Eligibility | Schools and colleges in the region |
| Annual fee | £120 per card. The card is transferable within the school/college |
| Enrolment requirement | The head teacher or librarian will be asked to sign the enrolment form |
| Loan entitlement | 25 books |
Please see the Public Membership leaflet 2017-18 for more details including a range of other services available when you join. The IT and Public Members flier also specifies what IT Support is available.