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News from UB Dortmund
New Library Building
The library is getting a new building! The new blog of the library informs about all current developments and planning.
New layout and more features for your library account!
The redesigned library account offers a modern layout and many new functions. Try it out for yourself!
New design for the database information system DBIS
The DBIS database information system has been shining in a new design since October 15, 2024!
Getting to know the Library - (not only) for new Students
At the start of the semester, we invite you to our short introductions via Zoom! You can also ask us in person in the Mensa foyer or in the Library.
Books in the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek now with Uniform Shelf Marks
Since the beginning of October, the books in the Emil-Figge-Bibliothek have been arranged in a single display system.
Rock's Backpages - News about rock, pop, etc.
New rock and pop content every week, with interviews with many rock and pop greats to listen to in the archive and lots of exciting articles.
Licensing temporary access to e-books
In addition to our many already unlocked ebooks, we are able to offer time limited access through special promotions from publishers.
Opening Hours
The Central Library at Vogelpothsweg 76 has been closed since 7.8.2023.
- Emil-Figge-Bibliothek (central services)
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. (business hours), Saturday 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. - Sebrath-Bibliothek
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. - Departmental Library of Architecture and Civil Engineering
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. - Departmental Library of Spatial Planning
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Public holidays closed (from Christmas Eve until New Year's Day: company holidays)