NWU Library

NWU Library

North-West University library system consists of several libraries located on the university’s different campuses, including the Potchefstroom Campus, the Mahikeng Campus, and the Vaal Triangle Campus.

The North West University Library provides access to a wide range of print and electronic resources, including books, journals, databases, and multimedia materials. The libraries also offer a range of services, such as reference assistance, interlibrary loans, and instruction on information literacy skills.

The library system also maintains special collections in areas such as South African and African Studies and provides access to archives and rare materials. Additionally, the North West University Library offers a variety of spaces for individual and collaborative study, including quiet study areas, group study rooms, and computer labs.

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How many libraries does North West University Have?

North-West University (NWU) has three main campus libraries, located at the Mahikeng, Potchefstroom, and Vanderbijlpark campuses. These campus libraries are:

The Ferdinand Postma Library (Potchefstroom Campus)
The Dr Anton Rupert Library (Vanderbijlpark Campus)
The NWU Library (Mahikeng Campus)

NWU also has a number of smaller departmental and specialized libraries located across its various campuses.

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North-West University Library Hours

The operating hours for the NWU libraries may vary depending on the campus and time of year.

Potchefstroom Campus Library:
During the academic year (January to November):

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 to 22:00
Friday: 08:00 to 19:00
Saturday and Sunday: 09:00 to 22:00

During the examination period (October to November):

Monday to Friday: 08:00 to 22:00
Saturday and Sunday: 09:00 to 22:00

Mahikeng and Vaal Triangle Campus Libraries:
During the academic year (January to November):

Monday to Thursday: 08:00 to 21:00
Friday: 08:00 to 16:30
Saturday: 09:00 to 13:00
Sunday: Closed

During the examination period (October to November):

Monday to Friday: 08:00 to 21:00
Saturday: 09:00 to 16:00
Sunday: Closed

NOTE: These hours are subject to change

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How To Order A book At North-West University Library

• Visit the North West University library website and log in with your library credentials.
• Use the library’s online catalogue to search for the book you want to order. You can search by author, title, keyword, or subject.
• Once you have found the book, check to see if it is available for loan or if it is only available for in-library use.
• If the book is available for loan, click on the “Request” button to place a hold on the book.
• Fill out the required information, including your name, contact information, and the date you need the book.
• Submit your request, and wait for an email notification from the library when the book is ready for pickup.
• If the book is only available for in-library use, you can still request it by filling out a request form at the library’s circulation desk.
• Once the book is available, you can pick it up at the library’s circulation desk and check it out using your library card.

 

Is the North West University library open to the public?

Yes, the North West University libraries are generally open to the public, although access to certain resources and services may be restricted to NWU students, faculty, and staff.

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