01/06/2026
*5 Key things about the Library Service this Summer*
Please have a read below for details about the Library service over the summer - there's also fuller information on our MyMarjon post: https://bit.ly/4wVYClD
1. The Library will be moving to summer staffed hours on Monday 29th June 2026.
From 29th of June Library staff will be generally available on weekdays only from 9am to 5pm, there will be no weekend staff assistance. There will be a reduction in desk service hours, but please check the signage to direct you to staff if there’s no-one visible!
24/7 access for Marjon members using the keypad door code will continue and for your safety, and that of fellow Library users, you should not hand this code out to non-University students or staff.
Want to borrow books? Make sure you have your University card, or can access your digital Library card - https://bit.ly/MJLDigiCard (link in bio).
If you’re making a special trip to campus over the summer, please do check MyMarjon or Library social media before setting off in case of short notice changes to access.
2. Print Library books will continue to renew as usual – there is no extension to due dates over the summer.
Away from Plymouth for the summer and continuing your current course next year? Return and reissue any books you want to use over the break to reset the renewal amount.
Not going to use your books, or have finished your current course? Return the books as soon as possible!
Library books can be reserved over the summer and you should continue to check your University email account for failed renewal notices.
3. E-Resources are still available!
Check the catalogue: https://library.marjon.ac.uk/ to see if there's E-Book version of a title you’re looking to borrow in print. E-Books have the advantage of not counting towards your borrowing allowance.
Discovery is available to access online journal articles: https://www.marjon.ac.uk/student-life/library/ (link in bio) just remember to select “Full text” using the button above the search results to view items you can access right away.
4. Help and support can be accessed throughout the summer.
The Library help pages on MyMarjon - https://bit.ly/MJLHelp (link in bio) - have full guides on using Library resources. If you have any further questions, staff can be reached at [email protected] and will usually answer within 3 working days.
There’s also information on Study Skills topics, such as academic writing and research, - https://bit.ly/MarjonStudy - and the Study Skills team will still be available throughout the summer, just email them at [email protected].
5. Want to use another University Library? Sign up for SCONUL!
The SCONUL Access Scheme provides University members with access to other University libraries. Fill out the form: https://access.sconul.ac.uk/, be in ‘good stead’ with Marjon Library (no overdue items or outstanding bills!) and check with the library you’d like to visit for their access terms.
Have a great summer, and if you don’t visit during the break we look forward to seeing you in the new academic year!
