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Internet Access
Internet access is provided to USP students and staff with valid ID cards in the ITS Labs on Level B.
Wireless for students is available in the Library, and provides access to network functions including email and Internet. Complete instructions on configuration and system requirements are available on the Student kiosk at http://www.usp.ac.fj/index.php?id=3627
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Database Searching
The Library subscribes to a large number of online indexes and databases that cover many subjects . For a complete list go to: Databases
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Email Kiosk
An email kiosk comprising six PCs is available for students to check their USP email. It is located along the wall opposite the Information Desk. Use of the kiosk is limited to 10 minutes per individual. Students are advised to be careful when opening attachments since using or viewing profane, obscene, offensive or pornographic speech / picture is prohibited. These are criminal acts under the Fiji laws that are reported to the Disciplinary Committee.
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Photocopying
Multi-Functioning Devices (MFDs) are located on all floors of the Library and can be used by individuals possessing encoded ID cards.
Credit can be purchased from a Reload Station located in the Library on Level B, behind the Information Desk. Both notes and coins are accepted for exact amount of credit given.
Photocopying can also be done by Library staff.
Users must complete a Photocopy Request form (available from Main Issue Desk) and make payment before photocopying is completed. Cost is 10c per page, 20c for non-USP users. As a general rule requests have a two hour turnaround time. Anything submitted after 4pm can be collected in the morning the next working day. The service includes copying onto over-head transparencies. Cost is F$1.00 per transparency.Methods of payment.
Please pay particular attention to Copyright Requirements and the Fiji Copyright Act.
For more information, please call +679 323 2396 or come to the Main Issue Desk.
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Scanning
The Library will scan book sections and journal articles for Ask-A-Librarian and Interlibrary Loan users, and send them to users as email attachments or by fax. Charge for non-USP users is F$1.00 per scanned page, plus any applicable long-distance telephone charges if sent by fax. Methods of payment.
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Laminating
Laminating can also be done by Library staff.
Cost is F$1.50 for A4 size, F$3.50 for A3 Size. Methods of payment.
For more information, please call +679 323 2396 or come to the Main Issue Desk.
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Binding
Type of Binding | Size | Charges (F$) |
1. Full Binding 1.1 A4 size (with gluing) | to 2.5cm thick > 2.5cm gold printing | $35.28 $2.00 per cm $0.15 per letter |
1.2 Full binding with velo, sewing, A4 size | to 2.5cm thick > 2.5cm gold printing | $42.00 $2.00 per cm $0.15 per letter |
1.3 Full binding (A5) (gluing) | to 2.5cm thick > 2.5cm gold printing | $33.00 $2.00 per cm $0.15 per letter |
1.4 Full binding (A5) with sewing | to 2.5cm thick > 2.5cm gold printing | $35.00 $2.00 per cm $0.15 per letter |
2. Stiffening 2.1 A4 size | to 2.5cm thick > 2.5cm | $16.50 $2.00 per cm |
2.2 A5 | to 2.5cm thick > 2.5cm | $14.50 $2.00 per cm |
2.3 Stiffening of paperback cover | | $9.40 |
3. Gluing 3.1 A4 size | to 2.5cm thick | $14.60 |
3.2 A4 size without sewing | to 2.5cm thick > 2.5cm | $15.30 $2.00 per cm |
3.3 A5 | to 2.5cm > 2.5cm | $12.60 $2.00 per cm |
4. Stapling & Stripping 4.1 Stapling 4.2 Stapling & stripping | | $2.50 $4.00 |
5. Ring binding (A4)
| 0.5cm ring width 1.0cm 1.5cm > 1.0" | $5.00 $5.50 $6.00 $7.00 |
6. Velobinding | plastic covers (front & back) 1 plastic cover (front) & 1 manila cover 2 manila covers | $9.40 $8.25 $7.05 |
7. Repairing | Repairing of loose pages (<10 p) wraparound sewing wraparound gluing | $5.90 minimum $11.80 $10.60 |
* Charges amended annually to reflect inflation rate applied by the USP and costs of materials
Charges vary depending on the materials used, the thickness of the item and the lettering used.
The bindery specializes in the full binding of theses with gold lettering. Methods of payment.
For more information, please call +679 323 2319 or come to the Main Issue Desk.
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Displays
The Library Foyer may be used by student groups, departments and organisations for short-term displays. Arrangements may be made with the Reader Services Librarian.
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Lost and Found
Items found in the library are kept with the Reader Services Librarian. Unclaimed items are forwarded to the Provost's Office every Friday.
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Interlibrary Loan
Items not held by the USP Library (or items which are missing) may be obtained through the Library's Interlibrary Loan service. This service is "library to library"; USP borrows the item directly from another library on behalf of the USP patron. The lending institution may impose shorter loan periods or other conditions upon the loaned material.
Categories | Charges |
Undergraduate | F$7 per request up to max 5, any request thereafter full cost |
Postgraduate | F$40 |
Staff | F$40 per request or actual cost if higher |
External Borrowers | F$40 per request or actual cost if higher |
There is no charge for obtaining items missing from the Library, or for Pacific-related journal articles. USP staff and Post-graduate students may charge ILL requests to a votecode. Students and External Borrowers must pay the appropriate fee when submitting an ILL application. If the requested item is not available in Australia, costs may exceed F$40.
An ILL application form with full bibliographic details must be completed. Please complete the appropriate form:
Request for Journal Article form |
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Request for Monograph, Book or Thesis form |
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Please pay particular attention to Copyright Requirements and the Fiji Copyright Act.
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Postgraduate Study Room
The Postgraduate Study Room is located on Level C and is strictly for postgraduate students. Rules and conditions of use apply.
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Discussion Room
A room on Level C is available for quiet group discussions (max 8 persons). Bookings must be made at the Main Issue Desk.
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TOK Space
The Library TOK Space provides a flexible study space where students can have open discussion in a self regulated environment.
To allow for discussion and phone usage some regulations in the Chat Room vary from the rest of the Library.
TOK Space Regulations
The use of the Library TOK Space is therefore guided by the following:
Students may hold discussions in the TOK Space.The TOK Space is designated as a mobile phone use area. Users should bear in mind that the level of noise should not impact on those wishing for quiet study in other areas of the Library, Levels A&B in particular.The control of noise (discussion, laptop use, phone ring tones etc.) in the TOK Space is the responsibility of those using the room.Smoking, the consumption of food or drink, and the use of matches or lighters is prohibitedUsers entering or exiting the TOK Space must ensure that the door is closed behind them to prevent noise filtering into the Level A study area.Users are asked to assist Library staff by (i) placing used library materials on the trolley by the sliding door and (ii) shutting the louvres at Library closing.
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Conference Room
A room with video facilities is available for groups of up to 30 people theatre-style or 20 around a Conference table. Bookings are made during semester with Physical Planning and Facilities Tel. +679 323 2545 between 9-10am daily, Monday - Friday.
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All-Night Reading Room
From Monday to Thursday (not public holidays) during semester, the Library offers an All-Night Reading Room facility to USP users from 10.00 p.m. to 7.00 a.m. under the supervision of a Security Officer. Access to this Room is via the entrance from the Library verandah. No services are offered via this facility.
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Methods of Payment
Payment for services may be made by the following options:
Cash (only if payment is made in person at the Main Issue Desk; please do not send cash by mail) USP departmental vote code USP Centres Draft cheque (overseas) or bank cheque (local) Money orders Telegraphic transfers
Non-cash payments should be payable to: USP Library.
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Contact Information
Please Contact:
The Reader Services Librarian
The University of the South Pacific Library
Tel.: +679 323 2287, 323 2690
Fax: +679 323 1528
Email: readservices(at)usp.ac.fj
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