All visitors (UG internal and external) need to present their access cards at the access gates at all times when entering and exiting the building. Please note that this may cause some inconvenience.

• More information access gates

Target groups

The University Library welcomes the diverse target groups that can access the University Library. University of Groningen students and staff can find more information about their library card on this page.

• UG-students
• UG-staff
• Former staff
• Alumni
• Other visitors, see: UL per user group
  (e.g. non-UG visitors, companies, secondary school pupils)

Library card and subscription options

If you wish to use our collection, the University Library offers a choice between a library card, a day pass and several subscription options.

• Information on the library card, day pass and subscription options [pdf]

Students

Students can use their University student card as a library card to borrow and access books. Your library card number is the bar code number on the back of the University student card. The student card is used:

• As a print and copy card
• As a library card
• For interlibrary loans
  
• More information about the University card for students

Staff

UG staff have a personal University card. The University card can be used to borrow books from all UG libraries. The University card can also be used for interlibrary loans.

• More information about the University card for staff

Alumni

Alumni can purchase a UL subscription. This costs € 45 a year - one month period of notice. Or you can choose to combine your UL card with a subscription to the Public Library.
This subscription option does not include distance access to the UG’s electronic files, journals and e-books. Those are only accessible within the UG network.