Your IADT student/ staff card is also your Library card. You will need your card to borrow from the Library. We operate a self-service borrowing system. Self-service machines can be found on both floors in the Library. If you require any assistance using the machines or borrowing please ask Library staff at the information desk who would be happy to help

Please note: If you do not return items to the library on time you will not be able to borrow until the overdue items are returned

You can access a range of computers and laptops in the Library including:

• 20 PCs in the Tech Hub on Level 1
• 4 Macs in the Tech Hub on Level 1
• ICT PIN change terminal on Level 1
• 7 PCs on study desks on Level 2
• Catalogue search PCs on Levels 1 and 2
• Dissertations PC on Level 2
• 24 Self Service Laptop Loans

Laptop Lending

There are 18 laptops and 6 Mac Books available to borrow anytime during Library opening hours.
Laptops and Mac Books can be borrowed using your staff/ student card.
Laptops must be returned before the Library closes.
Laptops must be plugged in when returned to the cabinet.
Laptops that are not plugged in will remain on your Library account.
Laptops and Mac Books are for Library use only and should not be taken outside of the Library.

If you require assistance using the self-service laptop loans or computers in the Library please ask Library staff at the information desk who would be happy to help

There is a photocopier/ printer in the Tech Hub on Level 1. If you require assistance using the photocopier/ printer please ask Library staff at the information desk who would be happy to help.

The Library has a variety of study spaces available to suit a range of learning styles and activities. These include:

• The Tech Hub on Level 1
• Silent Cinema on Level 1
• Quiet Study area on Level 2
• Collaborative study area which includes a variety of flexible furniture

Level 1 of IADT Library features a silent cinema that includes a large screen, headphones and comfortable seating. The Silent Cinema is available for IADT staff and students to view any DVD from the DVD collection on Level 1. For further information on using the silent cinema please speak to Library staff at the Information Desk.

Parts of the Library are available for IADT staff and students to book for events. These can include guest speakers, film screenings, study skills for students, student society meetings and events. However, Library space is not available for timetabled classes and during busy times close to exams.

Spaces available include the silent cinema and collaborative study areas. If you would like to book a section of the Library for an event please contact infolib@iadt.ie or use the booking form.

Book Library Space

All IADT Staff and Students are automatically members of the Library. Your IADT Staff/ Student card is your Library Card. If you are not an IADT Student or member of IADT Staff and wish to use the Library:

• If you are a student or member of staff in another Higher Education Institution and wish to consult material in IADT Library you can apply for a ‘Letter of Introduction’. Please request a ‘Letter of Introduction’ from the Library in your home institution and bring it with you when you visit IADT. Please note: A ‘Letter of Introduction’ does not allow you to borrow
• If you are a member of staff or student in another Institute of Technology you may use IADT Library on presentation of your Staff/ Student ID Card. Please note: This does not allow you to borrow
• If you are an alumnus of IADT you may be entitled to join IADT Library as an alumni member. Please contact the library at infolib@iadt.ie for further details.

If you are a member of staff or student at IADT and wish to order material such as books, DVDs, journals or databases for the Library, please use the request form.

Order a Book

If you would like to consult material in another library the process varies depending on which Library you wish to visit.

Inter-Library Loans (ILLs)

Inter-Library Loans (ILLs) provide access to materials required for research that are not held in IADT Library. If you have searched the Library’s Discovery Service and we do not have a book, journal article or other material you require for your research, we can apply to another library for the item. To apply for an ILL please fill in the Inter-Library loan form or email infolib@iadt.ie

Inter-Libary Loans Form

Visiting other Libraries

If you would like to consult material in another library the process varies depending on which Library you wish to visit.

Please consult with the Library before traveling as there may be restrictions on when visitors are permitted.