Borrow books and resources

How to borrow books

Main collections

You may borrow books from our main collections for up to 13 weeks.

For staff and Postgraduate Research students, the loan period is up to 52 weeks. 

If all copies of the book you need are on loan you may request a copy through Click and Collect. We will email you once it is available.

If another customer requests the book you will need to return it earlier. We will email you if this happens.

Reference material

Some items are for use in the library only and may not be borrowed. These are marked 'Reference'.

How do I borrow a book?

You can use the self-service machines to borrow books at:

• Clifford Whitworth Library, located behind the Enquiry Desk
• Media City Library, on the 3rd floor. 

Instructions for using the machines are shown on the touch screens, but you can ask a member of Library staff for help.

You will be unable to use the self-service machines if:

• You have reached your loan limit
• Your Library card is blocked due to unpaid fines/overdue loans 
• Your Library card is damaged
• Your Library card is expired

If your card isn’t working a member of staff can assist you.

How Click & Collect works

To borrow a book from the library, follow these steps:

• Search for the book on Library Search
• Next to REQUEST, select 'Click & Collect'.
• Choose your pick-up location and send the request. You can request up to five books per visit.
• Wait for an email confirmation to your student email address. The item will be sent to your chosen location. 
• Go to the hold shelf near the enquiry desk and find your book. They are organised alphabetically and kept under the first letter of your surname.
• You must have your physical student ID to borrow items.
• Please check Library opening hours before you collect your items.

If you have any difficulties please contact library@salford.ac.uk.  
 

How many items can I borrow?