Policies & guidelines

The University of Queensland Library is open to staff and students of The University of Queensland (UQ). Students and researchers from other universities and visitors from the general public are also welcome to use the UQ Library. 

UQ Library policies

• Information and Communication Technology and Acceptable Use of UQ ICT Resources Guideline
• Collection Management Policy
• Digitisation Policy
• Information and Digital Literacy Strategic Framework, 2016 - 2020 (PDF, 3.8 MB)
• Library Code of Practice

Additional guidelines for the use of the Library

• Food and Drink Policy (PDF, 46.0KB)
• Using Library spaces

Using library resources

When using UQ Library resources, it is important that:

• It is for private research and study purposes only
• Items are referenced and collection material is attributed in line with copyright legislation
• Books are returned on time
• Computers and Internet are used in accordance with the Information and Communication Technology Policy and Acceptable Use of UQ ICT Resources Guideline.

Use of the Library is also governed by associated UQ Policies and procedures. 

Please contact us if you have any questions on the appropriate use of UQ Library resources.