Using the Library
 


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Using the Library

The AKU-ISMC library is open upon prior written request (with detailed information on the type of research and reasons for need to access the library's collection) as a reference library to scholars and researchers in the field of Muslim cultures and civilisations. Through this, the library aims to provide a significant addition to the facilities and resources available to researchers of Muslim civilisations.  For more information please contact the library.

Reading Room

During term time:  9.30am to 8.00pm Monday to Thursday
9.30am to 6.30pm Friday
   
Outside term time: 9.30am to 6.30pm Monday to Friday
   
Closed Weekends

The reading room is equipped with 20 workstations (including two PC workstations).

Reference Services

Library staff are available to help you find the information you need, recommend the most appropriate resources, instruct you in the use of electronic resources and the World Wide Web and provide general assistance in using the Library.

Reference Desk

Library staff are available at the Reference Desk to assist you with research oriented questions.

e-Librarian service

Users are encouraged to take advantage of the e-mail reference service. All you need to do is send an e-mail stating your enquiry as completely as possible with your name and e-mail address to which you'd like a response to be sent.