Borrowing of Books

University students, faculty and staff who hold valid University identification cards may borrow books.  Individuals who do not fall into the above categories may be allowed to use the library as per the regulations in place.

All regular books can be checked-out except REFERENCE books, PERIOCIALS, and SPECIAL COLLECTIONS.

- Undergraduate students may borrow 5 books for 4 weeks

- Graduate students & Final Year Project students: 10 books for 4 weeks

- Faculty members & Staff: 25 books for one semester

- Renewing loans available for one time only.

• Books: There will be a charge for overdue book(s) of (50 fils) per book per day (Sunday-Thursday).
• Reserve Book(s): There will be a charge for overdue book(s) of (100 fils) per hour.

If an item is lost, the Library should be contacted immediately.  The following rules apply for lost items.    

    Option 1:  The user has to replace an identical copy of the lost item within 2 weeks. 

    Option 2:  If the user is unable to replace the lost item, then the following will be charged:

1. The retail price of the book, and
2. BHD 5 for processing and administrative costs.

Books and other items held in the library are the property of the University of Bahrain. Any damage to materials will be dealt with according to the University's rules and regulations