Off-Campus Services
As a UB distance-learning student, you are entitled to use library services. To do so, you will need to know how to use the services. This guide describes the services available to you. For UB Library, distance learners includes students in programmes such as Certificate in Adult Education (CAE), Diploma in Primary Education (DPE), Masters in Education by Flexi-mode (MEd) and programmes run by the Centre for Continuing Education (CCE) most of which are part-time. This is a Section of the UB library mandated to provide services for distance and off-campus to UB registered students. Specific services are being developed. This page will provide information to UB distance learning students on the services, rules and regulations that apply. General information about the library can be accessed from the Library Home Page. The Library database also provides access to the collections of the library. Information relating to the University as a whole can be accessed from the University Home Page
Collection Profile
The UBL collection focuses on materials that support programs offered by University. Materials in the UB Library are generally at a university level. The collection has specific strengths in Natural Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences, Education, Engineering and Technology. Some materials in the Library's collection are restricted to use within the library.
Collection Use
Library staff will assist with the use of Library resources, including CD-ROM databases. Library staff cannot assist with software and resources not supported by the University, such as Hot Mail, Yahoo and e-Mail. All patrons are expected to abide by the policies of the University.
Borrowing Privileges
Once you are a registered UB student you can borrow books. Books can be posted to addresses provided on the registration form. There is no charge for these services, but you are to pay for the cost of return postage. We provide an envelop for return mail. There is a charge for late returns. Books should be returned by post to Head, Circulation Services, UBL, Private Bag 00390, Gaborone. Since you are responsible for items borrowed until received by the library, you are advised to keep proof of posting. The loan period is 4 weeks.
Non Circulating Materials
The following materials do not circulate: Journal issues; Items in the Reference Collection; Botswana Documentation and Special Collection.
Renew your Books
Materials may be renewed from the UB Library WEBOPAC using "View Your Record, or by contacting the UB Library directly by phone. Renewals are normally granted unless an item is on hold for another customer or has been recalled for another customer.
Inter Library loans
The Library will attempt to borrow items not available in the collection through Interlibrary Loan service.
Periodical Articles
Requests for periodical articles should be sent directly to Periodicals Librarian who will supply you with details of costs. Current cost of photocopying is P0.20 per A4 page, plus postage costs. Advance payment and a copyright clearance form signed by you should be sent with each request.
Multimedia
The Library's audio-visual equipment and items is for the use of UB staff, faculty and students.A list of available video-recordings can be found on the library OPAC.
Remote Access
It is possible to access the library's online catalogue (OPAC) from off-campus using the Internet via http://library.ub.bw/
To request for Information click Reference service
Access to CD-ROM Databases
The UB Library subscribes to a number of database services for journal articles. External users may access these databases on site in the UB Library.
FLOOR PLAN IN THE NEW LIBRARY EXTENSION |
Ground Floor |
Security, Auditorium, Lift
Lower Ground Floor |
Circulation Desk, Enquiries Desk, Botswana Documentation and Special collection (BDSC), Late Night Study Area
Upper Ground Floor |
Science & Engineering Collection (Dewey Numbers 003's; 500s; 600s and 910 - 919s); All current Periodicals plus newspapers; Subject Librarians; Technical Services
First Floor (1) |
Business and Social Sciences Collection (Dewey Numbers 150s, 300s,650s), Journals back issues,Reference books, Subject Librarians offices, Seminar Rooms.
Second Floor (2) |
Humanities Collection (Dewey Numbers 000,001s, 100s, 200s,400s, 700s (except 796-799 kept on 3rd floor) 800s and 900s); Journals back issues; Subject Librarian's offices, Seminar rooms.
Third Floor (3) |
Education Collection (Dewey Numbers 370s, 640-649, 796-799); Journals back issues, Reference books, Seminar Rooms.
Enquiry Services
Subject Librarians and the staff on the Enquiry Desk will answer queries from distance learning students. Enquiries can be made in person, e-mail fax, post or telephone.
Visiting the Library
The library publishes various leaflets on its services. Information about opening hours and general services is available in "Introduction to the Library" brochure. Bring with you your University card.