Borrowing terms

Borrow books in the Library using your UNE ID Card.

Membership type Maximum book loans Loan period (length)Home Delivery
Undergraduate (incl. Medical students) 20 5 weeks Yes
Graduate 75 9 weeks Yes
Staff and Postgraduates 75 13 weeks Yes

If a recall is placed on the item, the Loan period may be reduced to 3 weeks (2 weeks for Staff & Postgraduates).

You can also

Other visitors can join our library to borrow books.

Returns and renewals

We automatically renew your non-Reserve loans up to five (5) times unless:

  • Another student has requested a loan or copy of the item.
  • You have outstanding charges against your account.
  • You are no longer a UNE student or staff member.

Please read any emails from the Library to ensure you don’t miss any change to due dates. All loans must be returned by the due date.

You can check due dates, renewals and requests in My Library Account.

Recalls and holds

If you need a book that is out on loan to another borrower, request it through Library Search and we will recall it. Recalling an item prevents anyone from renewing the item and may shorten the loan term to 2-3 weeks.

To request an item:

  1. Go to Library Search.
  2. Sign-in
  3. Find the book you require and click on the Available at ... link.
  4. Click on the Borrow from home button.
  5. Fill in the details of the request, including the date after which the book is no longer required and your delivery preference.
  6. Submit your request.

When the book becomes available, we will let you know by email or send it to your home address.

Penalties and fees

It is your responsibility to return loans on time. You must pay a replacement cost if materials are lost or the returned in damaged condition.

Where known, the replacement cost will be the actual sale cost. If this is unknown, there is a standard replacement cost of $130 for books. Technology and Digital Services (TDS) will determine the replacement cost for electronic equipment.

You can return the lost item or replace it with a new or good quality second-hand copy. If so, the replacement cost may be cancelled at our discretion.

Pay your fees online via our secure online payment gateway. Payments must be in full and will be processed within five (5) business days.

Pay online

You can also check your fees online.

If you do not pay this fee, UNE may not release your results, preventing you from graduating.