RCSI Bahrain Library Orientation

​Policies & Procedures:

1. All registered students and staff have a membership in the Library.

2. ID card is required for access to facilities and services.

3. Food is not allowed in any area of the Library. Bottled water and beverages in tightly sealed mugs are allowed. Drinks in open cups, foam or paper cups are prohibited within the library space.

4. Library is a quiet learning environment, and all users must be mindful of other learners.

5. Visitors cannot use the space unless they are given prior permission.

Copyright and Licensing Restrictions

Remember that you must not copy or print multiple copies of published materials (i.e., books, journals, websites, etc.) beyond what is permitted. Users must conform to the University’s contractual obligation and to the Bahraini Law on copyright.

Borrowing services are available to RCSI Bahrain students and staff.

The Library’s comprehensive online collections are complemented by print collections. Students and staff have access to a wider range of key textbooks (print and online), journals (print and online), and databases to support learning, teaching, and research.

Borrowing policy

• You can only borrow with a valid ID card.
• You are responsible for all items borrowed on your ID until they have been returned to the Library and the loan record has been canceled. 
• Reference-only materials are for consultation within the Library.
• The majority of the collection is available for borrowing. High-demand items will be placed on short loan status to facilitate equal access.

Click & Collect Services

Due to the current COVID 19 situation, the library has closed the book stacks, and access is restricted to library staff. Loan requests can also be made through the Click & Collect services. It may take up to 72 hours to process your requests, depending on the volume of requests or availability of items.

Books can be returned in the return boxes left outside the Library. Books will be quarantined for 72 hours before they are returned to the system and reshelved.

Reservations are limited to 5 items at a time.

Loan quotas and lending period

Fines

Library fines can be avoided by all users by returning or renewing items prior to the due date.

There is a charge of 0.100 fils per day per overdue book.

Lost books should be reported immediately to the Library team. Replacement charges for lost books are based on value of the item lost.

Replacement of lost books

You are responsible for a book borrowed in your name until it has been returned to the Library and the loan record has been cancelled. If you lose or damage a book you will be charged for its replacement. Lost books should be reported immediately to the Library team. Replacement charges for lost books are based on the value of the item lost.