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Staff FAQs

FAQs ABOUT BORROWING

What can I borrow?

You can borrow anything housed within the AFTRS Library, both physically and online with the exception of Print Magazines.

If you wish to borrow a Print Magazine, please talk to the Library desk.

How many items can I borrow?

Admin Staff can borrow up to 15 items, which includes:

  • 10 Books
  • 10 DVDs or Blu-rays
  • 10 CDs
  • 2 Computer Games
  • 1 vinyl Record
  • 2 New Titles Items

Lecturing Staff has UNLIMITED borrowing abilities.

If you are unsure about something, please ask at the Library desk.

How long can I borrow items for?

You can borrow:

Library Items Borrowing Period
DVDs & Blu-rays 2 weeks (14 days)
Books 4 weeks (28 days)
CDs 2 weeks (14 days)
Computer Games 2 weeks (14 days)
New Titles item 3 days
Curated Collection DVD & Blu-rays 2 weeks (14 days)
Curated Collection Books 4 weeks (28 days)
Magazines/Journals Talk to Library Staff

 

How do I renew my current loans?

You can renew or re-borrow your current loans by:

  • Coming into the Library and talking with a friendly Librarian
  • Send an email to library@aftrs.edu.au
  • Login 'My Account' online. For full instruction on how to Login to 'My Account' click here

What happens if I have overdue library items?

AFTRS Library does not charge fines.

If you have an overdue items, please return the item to the library.

If you are unable to return the item please contact the Library:

Ph: 02 9805 6440

Email: library@aftrs.edu.au

Borrowing a Journal/Magazine

If there is a journal of magazine you would like to borrow, exception can be made for AFTRS Staff.

Take the issue of the journal/magazine you would like to borrow to the library desk and speak to the librarian if you are eligible for the exception.