Borrowing

How can I borrow books?
- Step 1: To borrow books from IMC’s library, you will need your IMC student card.
- Step 2: You will need to come to IMC in person to pick up the book you would like to borrow and use the Library Kiosks to check-out the books (watch the video here).  

What is the loan period for borrowed items?
- Two weeks for undergraduates, three weeks for postgraduates.

What’s the maximum number of items I can borrow?
- You can only borrow three items at a time.

Where can I find core texts?
- From the shelves marked “Business Textbooks” and “Law School”

What does the book with the “Reference” tag mean?
- It means the book can be used in the Library only and cannot be checked out.

Can I place a book on hold?
- Yes, you can place a book on hold by contacting our librarian by phone: 9209 4880 or sending an email at library@imc.edu.au.

How can I reserve books online?
- Please send an email at library@imc.edu.au with the details of the book you want to reserve. The book you reserved will be set aside for you to collect from the Reservation Shelf (inside the Library).

What happens if I can’t find the book I want from IMC’s library?
- Contact our Librarian.
- Sometimes the book has not been returned by the student, has been misplaced on the shelf or being processed and repaired.
 
Can I renew my item/s?
- Items can be renewed by logging into your library account and renewing book/s online.
- You can only renew book/s 2 times, then book/s need to be returned to the Library.
- If you fail to return the books to the library after the due date, fines will apply.

Where do I return books?
- Books can be returned using the LIbrary Kiosks (watch the video here), placed in the Return Shelf (in front of Room 11) or placed at the Librarian's desk. Please do not return books to the shelf.

How much is the fine for overdue items?
- $1 per day