DCU Library is committed to the provision of high quality library services and facilities for all users. We work closely with the DCU Disability and Learning Support Service to maximise the accessibility of our resources and facilities to users with a disability.

Access to the Library

Access to the building itself is through revolving doors. For those who cannot or prefer not to use revolving doors, there is a door on either side, one an entrance, the other an exit door, and these are operated by swipe card. Entrance to the library is through turnstiles which are electronically operated, again by means of swipe card. A wide gate has been provided to facilitate wheelchair users.

The café and student toilet areas are on the lower ground floor. A lift, located beside the Issue Desk, provides access to the lower ground floor. A lift at the back of the library, to the right of the Mentoring Suite, provides access to the upper floors. The lifts are operated by swipe cards.

Your student card automatically allows you access through the turnstiles. You will need to have your card specially configured, either through the Disability Service or by giving your details to staff at the Information Desk on the ground floor, to use the lifts and swipe-operated gates and doors. If you ever need to get a replacement student card, you will need to have it configured by going through the same procedures again.

If you wish, a member of library staff will take you around the building and answer any questions. Please ask at the Information Desk on the ground floor.

What additional services and facilities can I expect?

• A low level photocopying machine is available on the ground floor of the Library. If you need assistance using the photocopying service, a technician is on hand to assist with any photocopying queries during week day afternoons. Staff at the Issue Desk will assist at all other times.
• Low level Catalogue PCs are available on each floor.
• Adjustable tables for study and PC use are available on all floors, and in the Training Room.
• Staff at the Information Desk on the ground floor will retrieve items from the shelves on request. It may not always be possible to do this immediately and if you can, please contact us in advance.
• Please contact us if you require flexible loan arrangements.

What specialised software is available on Library PCs?

On all the computers in the Library, students have access to TextHelp Read and Write 9 and also Mindmanager 8 (Mindmapping tool)

Where can I get help?

Library

          Public Services Manager:
             Carmel Harnett   Ext:8475/5418   email: carmel.harnett@dcu.ie

         Information Desk:
             Ext: 5418   email: library@dcu.ie

         Issue Desk:
             Ext: 5183/5041 email: issuedesk@dcu.ie

DCU Disability and Learning Support Service

Contact information

Disability & Learning Support Service
Room LG18

The Computer Building
Dublin City University

Tel: +353 (0) 1 700 5927
Fax: +353 (0) 1 700 8661
Email: disability.service@dcu.ie
 

Opening times: Monday to Friday at 9.15am-5.15pm and closed for lunch at 12.45pm-2.00pm.