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University Library

 

 

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Media technology lending service for university staff

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From 14 January 2026, university staff will be able to borrow media technology...

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Contact us

E-Mail: ausleihe@hs-merseburg.de

Adress:

Hochschule Merseburg
Bibliothek
Eberhard-Leibnitz-Str. 2
D - 06217 Merseburg

Phone +49-3461-46-2266

Access to the university library is located in the main building, building section B, 1st floor.

 

Opening hours

Changed opening hours during the semester break

Changed opening hours from 23th February to 2nd April 2026

Monday     09.00 am - 3.00 pm

Tuesday     09.00 am - 3.00 pm

Wednesday     09.00 am - 6.00 pm

Thursday     09.00 am - 3.00 pm

Friday     09.00 am - 3.00 pm

 

 

 

 

Key information

Where is the library located?

Access to the university library is located in the main building, building section B, 1st floor. To the building plan

What is the library card?

The university card is also a library card. There is a user number and barcode on the back. Further information on student ID cards

How do I search for suitable literature?

Our online catalogs (OPAC and Discovery search) will quickly lead you to the right result. We are also happy to help you personally! To the literature search

How do I keep an eye on loan periods?

Loan periods can be checked and extended via the user account. Otherwise, simply contact the lending desk by phone or e-mail. Further information on library accounts 

How can I access digital literature?

E-books and other digital full texts can be found via our online catalogues and are accessible via the campus WLAN or off-campus with VPN. The BIB@home handout provides tips for researching and obtaining literature from home or when travelling.

What else do I need to consider?

Drinks can be taken into the library in tightly closed cups. Group work is only permitted in the designated areas.

Our profile

Library area with red sofas

The university library is not only an architectural gem, but also impresses with its range of services:

  • Research facilities and access to literature and information
  • Teaching key skills such as information and media skills
  • Lending of print media
  • Access to digital media (e-books, e-journals, databases)
  • Seminars and guided tours on various topics (e.g. Citavi literature management)
  • Advice on research
  • Individual reading, multimedia and group workstations as well as virtual learning environments and computer workstations
  • Publication of student work in digital form or as a print edition
  • Event and exhibition venue (e.g. for readings)
  • Loan of media technology (cameras, microphones, iPads, etc. – for university staff only) 
We are a 24 hour library. Dr. Frank Baumann
Library Director
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