Main Library closed stack requests

Access to collections is restricted in some locations at the Main Library. All closed stack items may be easily requested when a user is signed in to DiscoverEd by using the request options available in the Find It In Library section of the full display.

What is held in the Main Library closed stacks?

Items from the Dewey Reference Collection and a number of Science & Engineering journal titles are held in locations where access is restricted. These titles will show as Main Library Closed Stack on DiscoverEd.

Requesting Main Library closed stack items

  • Sign in to DiscoverEd and search for the title you are interested in borrowing
  • Requesting options are only visible to authorised users (staff and current matriculated students of the University)  
  • If there are request options available for an item these will display in the  Find It In Library section of the full display
  • Complete the Request Form
  • Please note: Main Library closed stack requests can only be collected from the Main Library Self Collection shelves within the HUB

Collecting requested items

Closed stack items will be retrieved Mon- Fri, 09.00 - 17.00 and delivered to the Self Collection shelves within the HUB at the Main Library. 

You will receive an email informing you when items are available for collection.

If you do not have access to the HUB , arrangements can be made for collection at the IS Helpdesk during their staffed hours.

Please note: there will be no weekend collections.

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