Borrowing limits
Use the self-service machines on the ground floor to borrow items or visit the Library Help Desk.
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Borrowing limits
| Programme | Total allowance | Main Library collection | Helpdesk AV | Laptop | Library equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UG, NCB | 25 | 25 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Postgraduate | 30 | 30 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
These are the maximum number you can borrow at one time.
| Type | Total allowance | Main Library collection | Laptops | Library equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staff | 40 | 40 | 1 | 1 |
These are the maximum number you can borrow at one time.
Please use the click and collect service to request items.
| Type | Total allowance | Main Library collection | DVDs, videos, CDs, vinyl | Laptop | Library equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laban staff, students | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Alumni | 5 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| SCONUL and visiting researchers | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
These are the maximum number you can borrow at one time.
- Ordinary loans are 3 week loans with white date labels.
- Short loans are 7 days with blue date labels.
- REFERENCE ONLY cannot be borrowed. They have a yellow band on the cover.
| Type | Fine |
|---|---|
| Ordinary loan | 10p per day |
| Recalled loan | 20p per day |
| Other loans | 50p per day |
| Laptop | £5 per hour |
Items on loan are currently being renewed automatically so you will not incur new fines until your Library account date expires.
If your fines exceed £15.00 you cannot borrow items.
You can pay your fines by calling the Library on 020 7919 7189, Monday-Friday 9am- 5pm.