University Library (UB)

As Linköping University’s hub for information resources, the library supplies literature and search services for research and studies, conducts information literacy instruction, and manages publishing issues.

We are present on all LiU campuses as well as online. Our services are mainly adapted to LiU research and educational needs but we are also open to the public.

Search, borrow and contact

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Library

Search for articles, books and journals in the collections of Linköping University Library. Contact us via e-mail, live chat or telephone. See our opening hours and find out about current library events.

By the numbers

Selected statistics about Linköping University Library (2023).

727

Number of print journals in library collection.

41 953

Number e-journals in library collection.

1439

Number of seats in public library spaces.

Library direction

Library Director and Deputy Library Director

Library board

The library board is the highest decision-making body of the library. Here you find information on the board and its members as well as annual reports and other documents concerning the running of the library.

Departments

Campus Norrköping Library (CNB)

Campus Norrköping Library provides library services to educational and research needs at Campus Norrköping.

Valla Library (CV)

Campus Valla Library provides library services to educational and research needs at Campus Valla in Linköping.

Medical Library (MB)

Medical Library is located at LiU’s University Hospital Campus in Linköping. Collections and services comprise the subject areas medicine, nursing and public health.

Department for Administration (ADM)

The Library’s Department for Administration provide administrative support within the library organization.

Department for Acquisitions (MF)

In dialogue with our users and according to Linköping University’s needs, the Library’s Department for Acquisitions acquires and provides access to information resources.

Department for Publishing Infrastructure (PI)

The Department for Publishing Infrastructure assembles staff working with the Library’s digital environment and offers publishing support to LiU researchers and departments.

Borrowing rules and policy

Library Rules and Regulations

Linköping University Library Rules and Regulations.

Terms and conditions of use for e-resources

Terms and conditions of use for library e-resources such as e-journals, e-books and databases regulated by copyright and conditions of contract.

Acquisitions

Information regarding Linköping University Library’s Media Plan, including how we purchase media, manage collections, and handle legal deposit material, gifts and donations.