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where can i find past year examination papers?

Printed past year examination papers can be found at Closed Reference Room, Level 1, whereas digital format is accessible through Library Catalog, by “Asset Search”.

how to find past year examination papers related to my subject/course?

You can find past year examination papers through Library Catalog by using Subject Name or Code, and then sort by “Asset Search”.

where can i find uthm student’s thesis?  

UTHM student’s thesis is available at Closed Reference Room, Level 1 for internal reference. Meanwhile, post graduate theses are accessible throughUTHM Repository, up to the first 24 pages.

how to get access to uthm publication and special collection?

Special Collection refers to materials written by UTHM students or staff, including UTHM publication. These materials are available at Closed Reference Room, Level 1 for internal reference.

is there phds thesis?  

Yes. It is available at Closed Reference Room, Level 1 for internal reference as well as online database named as Pro-Quest Dissertations & Theses.

where can i find audio visual material?

Audio visual materials, like CD-ROM, VCD, DVD, cassette, and video tape are available at Circulation Counter, Level 1. User may preview such materials using equipments provided at Closed Reference Room, Level 1. 

can i make a copy of audio visual material?  

No, you cannot. The library only lends you.

where can i find journals?

Printed journals, either current or bound are available at Journal Room, Level 3, whereas online journals are accessible via library website through links to e-journal and online databases.

where can i find daily newspapers?

You can get daily local newspapers at Closed Reference Room, Level 1. 

what are online resources?

Online resources cover  databases,  e-book  and  e-journal  subscribed by the library that can be accessed on line. 

how to get password for some databases?

You can get the password by sending an email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., and type in “password” at Subject field. Please refer to the librarian for further details.

why sometimes i could not access to the online database?

There are many possibilities: network system technical problems, database maintenance by the publisher or exceeding the limit of concurrent users. Please make a report to any librarian for further action.

what to do if i fail to access to any journal in any database?

Since not all journals are subscribed by the library, users may not be able to get access or download the articles needed. Users are advised to consult the librarian to get the full text through InterLibrary Loan service.

how long is the borrowing period allowed?  

The period of borrowing is subject to material and user category. Please refer to the borrowing eligibility table.