About RU Libary
All registered students of the University with a current Student ID card, Faculty and other staff in the University are allowed to use the library.
Mission
To provide comprehensive resources and services in support of the research, teaching, learning, innovation based on the needs of university community.
Vision
To be the most dynamic learning environment in the world.
Objectives
- Provide current library materials and databases that support the academic curriculum.
- Provide access to information resources, regardless of location.
- Educate and assist the college, students, and staff in the identification and effective use of information resources.
- Continue to strengthen and update all collections to meet the needs of Raffles programs.
Operating Hours
- Monday : 8am – 5pm
- Tuesday : 8am – 5pm
- Wednesday : 8am – 5pm
- Thursday: 8am – 5pm
- Friday: 8am – 5pm
Location
Level 1 (North Wing) of Raffles University Medini 7, Bandar Medini Iskandar Malaysia.
Rules & Regulations
Library
Facilities
Library Collection
Library provides a variety of academic collections that students can refer to when it comes to a final exam or research purposes.
Reading Area
Library provides a reading area for users which can accommodate about 28 persons at one time.
Computers
There are 5 computers in the library that students can use for surfing the internet, searching for information and for their assignments and printing.
Wi-Fi Facilities – Internet Access
Besides computers, library is equipped with wireless internet access network which is known as Wi-Fi. Users can bring their own laptop or notebook and for those who want to access to internet, they can get the password from the librarian.
Laptop Charging Area
Students who are using laptops and did not have enough battery, they can use the electric power supply in certain areas in the library.
Self-service photocopying facilities are available to users. Students can use the photocopy machine for printing and photocopying. But they must use their own Students ID Card to do any transaction by top-up with a minimum balance of RM1.00 at the circulation counter. Users may ask the librarian to assist them.
Charges:-
A4:B&W – RM0.10/copy
A4:Colour – RM0.70/copy
A3:B&W – RM0.20/copy
A3:Colour – RM1.00/copy
Library Services
New RU Students
Membership Registration
The librarian will register all RU students and staff as library members. Borrowing eligibility for each member will be determined according to the users’ category.
Library Orientation
During the ‘Orientation Day’ for new students, the library is also involved by giving a briefing about the facilities and services that are provided by the library.
Books
Borrowing & Returning
The Borrowing & Returning process can be done at the Circulation Counter. Every student must present their Student ID before borrowing any library materials. All borrowed materials must be returned on or before the due date.
Reservation
Reservation of library materials can be made at the Circulation Counter. If the user who made a reservation did not turn up to collect from the library within 1 week, the reservation will be canceled.
Book Search
Users can search any title available in the library by using OPAC (Digital library).
Renewal
Users can only renew the item twice. If other users have made a reservation for the same materials, renewal is not allowed. Renewal can be done before the due date.
E- Resources
Library Collection
Library provides a variety of academic collections that students can refer to when it comes to a final exam or research purposes.
Resource Guide
Library e-resources can be used as a guide to do research.
Databases
The database provided in the library can be used as a place to find learning material in digital format. It covered all academic e-journals for students to refer to when doing research.
Citation Guide
A citation guide that is already prepared for users can be referred to when doing any citation for assignment or research project purposes.
Other Services
RU Stationary Services
RU Library provides stationary services such as stapler, cutter, cutter board, puncher hole and etc to all users.
Printing & Photocopy Services
Self-service photocopying machines are available to users. Students can use the photocopy machine for printing and photocopying. Guideline on how to use the machine also provided on the table beside the computers. Every transaction will be charged for a certain amount.