When is the library open?
Our opening hours can be found here. You can access some of the libraries outside staffed opening hours, using your student card.
Who can use the University Library and borrow books?
The University Library is open to students, staff and anyone else. Here you can study, meet friends, find literature, attend events and much more.
How to use study seats and group rooms?
We offer study seats, group rooms and group study areas. The group study rooms and some of the study seats must be booked in advance, via TP. Booking is only open to UiO students.
Can I borrow syllabus books?
Yes, you will be able to find syllabus books for all subjects at UiO in Leganto. You will find the list for your subject in the Canvas room, or on the course page under ‘Curriculum / literature in Leganto’ on UiO's website.
How do I borrow books?
Use your student card! Student card = library card = printing card = access card, so it is a good idea to get your student card fast.
Can I print in the library?
Yes, you can. Use your student card to activate the printers. Find answers here if you have more questions about printing at UiO.
How do I find books?
In our library catalogue uio.oria.no you can search the University Library's printed and electronic collections, find textbooks, electronic articles and much more. You get automatic access to electronic resources, and if you log in, you can reserve and order books and manage your own loans and orders.
Login in Oria is done with Feide, with the same username and password as otherwise at UiO.
Where and when do I return my books?
Books can be returned to any of our departments. Here you can find the addresses.
All loans are automatically renewed, unless they are reserved by someone else. The normal loan period is two weeks. Everything you need to know about borrowing.
What is the Library of Things?
The Library of Things is a collection of tools, hiking equipment and sports equipment. Things you need occasionally, but not often enough to buy it yourself. Only students and staff at UiO can use the Library of Things.
Where is the library?
We have several libraries in different locations.
Here’s where you can find us
How can I use AI as a student?
If your course allows for it, you can utilise artificial intelligence (AI) for assignments and submissions where all resources are permitted. Examples of AI includes ChatGPT, GPT UiO and Microsoft Copilot. Make sure to familiarise yourself with what AI is and the recommended practices for its use.
Do you need help?
Ask us anything you're curious about! Visit the library desk at one of our libraries, or book a guidance session with one of our librarians or subject specialists. We're here to help!