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Sebrath-Bibliothek opens August 21

Interim library building at Sebrathweg 7, rear view © Rita Sadkowski​/​UB Dortmund

Another replacement for the Central Library of TU Dortmund University is located on the edge of the Technology Park.

The Sebrath-Bibliothek contains approximately 50,000 books from the natural sciences, engineering and economics, as well as 20,000 periodical volumes. The books can be ordered via catalog plus to the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek or viewed or borrowed directly on site.

There are also 240 well-equipped study spaces in the modern, comfortably furnished Sebrath Library, including quiet study areas and bookable group rooms. Students will find an excellent technical infrastructure and stable wifi.

Opening hours

  • Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Support and advice from library staff: Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Right across the street in the building Sebrathweg 9 many contact persons of the library have their offices. Appointments can be made especially for subject-specific consultations and services such as dissertation submission. The University Archives and the Information Center for Technology and Patents are also located here.

The Sebrath Library is located about 2 km from the Mensa Bridge. To get there, you can:

  • Take the H-Bahn to Technologiepark, then continue on foot.
  • Take the 465 bus: From the Technologiezentrum or Joseph-von-Fraunhofer Str. stop on the edge of campus to the "Sebrathweg" stop.
  • By bike: There are various Metropolrad stations (currently: 7) on the North Campus and the South Campus, and another station will be set up at Sebrathweg 7.
  • On foot: The Sebrath-Bibliothek can be reached in about 25 minutes.

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