Semester start with the Library in Canvas
In this Canvas course are some starting tips for all new students from the Library at the University of Oslo.
When is the library open?
The opening hours can be found here. You can access some of the libraries outside staffed opening hours, using your student card.
Who can use the University Library and borrow books?
The University Library is open to students, staff and everyone else. Here you can study, meet friends, find literature, attend events and much more. We have study seats, group rooms and group study areas.
The group study rooms and some of the study seats must be booked in advance, via TP. Booking is only open to UiO students.
Can I borrow syllabus books?
Yes, you will be able to find syllabus books for all subjects at UiO in the online tool Leganto. You will find the list for your subject in the Canvas room, or on the course page under ‘Curriculum / literature in Leganto’ on UiO's website.
How do I borrow books?
Use your student card! Student card = library card = printing card = access card, so it is a good idea to get your student card fast.
Can I print in the library?
Yes. The student card is what you use to activate the printers. Here you will find answers if you have questions about printing at UiO.
How do I find books?
At uio.oria.no you can search the University Library's printed and electronic collections, find textbooks, electronic articles and much more. You get automatic access to electronic resources, and if you log in, you can reserve and order books and manage your own loans and orders.
Login in Oria is done with Feide, with the same username and password as otherwise at UiO.
Where and when do I return my books?
Books can be returned to any of our departments. Here you find the addresses.
All loans are automatically renewed, unless they are reserved by someone else. The normal loan period is two weeks.
What is the Library of Things?
The Library of Things is a collection of tools, hiking equipment and sports equipment. Things you need occasionally, but not often enough to buy it yourself. Only students and staff at UiO can use the Library of Things.
Do you need help?
Ask us! Either in one of our libraries or get help from a librarian on Zoom. We are happy to help you!
Find us here
Getting around at the University Library.
Illustration: Siri Frøseth-Rønning/UB.