Schriftzug FAQ

Questions About the Main Library Renovation


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Why is the main library being renovated, and what will the new main library look like?
Can I reach someone in the library in person, or only online or by telephone?
From when to when will the Large Reading Room be closed?
Is there a "temporary substitute" for the Great Reading Room?
Are materials borrowable during the closure of the main library?
Where do I collect ordered books in the future?
Where can borrowed items be returned during the relocation?
What about books that I have borrowed? Can I extend the loan or do I have to return them?
Where can I pay overdue fines?
Where will there be an information desk or research assistance available on-site during the renovation?
Are there other libraries where I can study in the evenings during the renovation?

By students

How can I prepare for exams and seminar papers when the main library is closed?
What do I do if I need a book during the closure that I was unable to borrow in advance? Are there alternative ways to obtain the literature I need?
How can I ensure that I have all the materials I need for my thesis?
Can I obtain digital copies of books during the closure?

By teaching staff

How can I plan my courses if books from the main library are not available?
Is it possible to obtain important literature during the closure?
Can I receive support in my search for digital alternatives?
What resources are available to me for thesis supervision?
What can I do if an urgently needed book is not available during the closure?

Consultation and Information Service

We are happy to provide you with personalised advice and support. Contact us by e-mail or telephone.

Helpdesk of the Vienna University Library

E-mail: helpdesk.ub@univie.ac.at
Phone: +43-1-4277-15140