Library Info for First Semester Students

25.9.2025 | Library

Here is an initial overview of what is important at the start of the semester:

Training offers:

Visit our training course Basic Library Knowledge and learn everything you need to know about the library. This training is as part of the PLV compulsory for some degree programmes (AI, EM, ET und IAS). There are numerous dates at the beginning of the semester (face-to-face and online).

Alternatively, you can find out more on your own via our homepage.

Create a library account:

A library account is required for borrowing printed media, locker keys and study rooms: Account opening

Media:

Printed media can be retrieved independently from the shelves (if necessary after a prior OPAC search) and borrowed from the self-check-in desk. To do this, you will need your student ID card and the password assigned when you opened your account.

Electronic media are generally accessible via eduVPN/Eduroam. No library account is required for access, only the university ID for logging into eduVPN/Eduroam.
E-books can be found in OPAC. Subject databases are accessible via DBIS and electronic journals via OPAC or EZB.

Library as a place of learning:

• Main library/ECRI
  • Food in the library and drinks in open containers are not permitted.
  • The study rooms (upper floor and basement) in the main library are freely accessible.
• ITC2
  • Learning rooms in ITC2 can be reserved in ilearn. A valid library account is required. The rooms are accessible 24/7 during the booking period.The rooms are accessible 24/7.

Contact:

• bib-service@th-deg.de
• 0991/3615-705
• Circulation desk during opening hours