We have put together a package of Summer Services aimed at bringing the library straight to you. These services will continue until term-time opening hours resume in September. The services include:
- Book Postal Scheme: Use the library catalogue to identify what books you need and we will send them to your home address. For further information or to send us a list of the books you need, email us at ast.library@dit.ie
- Book Return Bin: This is located just outside of the library door. The Aungier Street building is open from 8.00am to 9.00pm until mid-June and then 8.00am to 6.00pm over the summer. If we are closed, simply drop in your books in the “Blue Bin” and we will look after things from there.
- Ask a Librarian Service: Need help with sourcing information for your dissertation? Want to know how to use a particular database or e-journal? Email us at ast.library@dit.ie Queries can often be answered straight away but you are guaranteed an answer by the next working day. Our aim is to assist you in any way we can.
- Hard-copy Journal Articles: If the article you need is not available online but is in our hard-copy collection – we will make every effort to get it to you.
- The Online Library: DIT Library Services subscribes to a wide range of electronic journals, e-books and academic databases which can be accessed off-campus. Our Off-Campus Access guide explains the authentication methods used to access these resources. Some resources require you to use your Library PIN to authenticate. If you need assistance in getting set up or in using any of our electronic resources please have a look at the search tips or contact us at ast.library@dit.ie or 01-402 3068.
- On-line Dissertations: Postgraduate dissertations in MSc in Strategic Management, MSc in Marketing, MSc in Finance, MSc in HRM and MSc in Digital Marketing are available online as well as in print in the library. You access specific ones by searching the catalogue.
- ALCID Cards and Letters of Introduction: If you are a Masters, PhD student or staff member, we can provide you with an ALCID card. This will enable you to use any or all of the university libraries in Dublin and nationwide for study and reference purposes (no borrowing). You can download the ALCID application form and bring or post the completed form to us to receive your ALCID card. We can also provide all other students with letters of introduction to colleges across Ireland and the UK – particularly during the summer. To request a letter of introduction contact the library at 01-402 3068 or email us at ast.library@dit.ie
- SCONUL Access Scheme: TU Dublin Staff and Research postgrads (i.e., MPhil and PhD students) can also avail of the SCONUL Access Scheme. This allows them to visit, study in, research and BORROW from 180 participating member libraries throughout Ireland and the UK. All Irish University libraries (except Trinity College Dublin) are members of the scheme. Further details of the scheme are available on the SCONUL Access website, or ring the Library at 01-402 3068.
- Remember: Your staff/student card also allows you access to TU Dublin campus libraries in Blachardstown and Tallaght.