Kiribati Library
Welcome to the Kiribati Campus Library
The USP Library: Empowerment through excellence in library resources and services for the sustainable development of Pacific Islands peoples.
To advance the University Mission by providing equitable access to excellent library and information services, resources and facilities for students, staff, and the wider Pacific community.
The Kiribati Library at the University of the South Pacific is a central resource hub supporting academic endeavors across diverse disciplines. Our collection encompasses printed books, periodicals, maps, video materials, and special collections, supplemented by a Reserve Collection for high-demand materials. With a seating capacity accommodating 40 to 50 students, our library offers a conducive environment for both individual study and collaborative learning.
In terms of technological resources, the library primarily provides laptops to students, ensuring access to digital resources and online databases for academic purposes. While desktop computers are not available, our laptop services facilitate students’ research and learning needs. Additionally, we extend our support to Centre libraries, affirming our commitment to broadening access to educational resources and fostering academic success across various locations.
| During Semester | |
| Day(s) | Time |
| Monday – Thursday | 8:00am – 5:30pm |
| Friday | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | CLOSED (1:00 pm-5:00 pm) (temporary) |
| Public Holidays | CLOSED |
| Mid Semester Break and Vacation |
|
| Day(s) | Time |
| Monday – Thursday | 8:00am – 5:30pm |
| Friday | 8:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday & Sunday | CLOSED |
| Public Holidays | CLOSED |
Mr. Timau Tokanang | Library Officer | Tel: 6666800 Ext 40423| Email: Timau.Tokanang@usp.ac.fj
| Borrower Category | Fee (FJD) | Membership Period | No. of items
(General Collection) |
Loan period
(General Collection) |
| USP Undergraduate Student | – | Per Semester | 10 | 14 days |
| USP Postgraduate Student | – | Per Academic Year | 20 | 30 days |
| USP Staff | – | Contract | 20 | 90 days |
| Visiting Academic | – | As specified | 20 | 90 days |
| External borrower | $65 | Five years | 1 | 14 days |
| External borrower | $245 | Five years | 5 | 14 days |
| Visitor – Pacific Collection | $30 | 1-10 consecutive days | Reference only access | Reference only access |
| Alumni | $50 | Five years | 1 | 14 days |
| Alumni | $200 | Five years | 5 | 14 days |
| Institution | – | One year | 10 | 30 days |
| Collection | Borrower Category | Loan Period |
| General Collection | UG Student, External Borrowers, Alumni | 14 days |
| PG Student | 30 days | |
| Staff & Visiting | 90 days | |
| Reserve Collection | All borrower categories | 2 hours |
| Pacific Collection | All borrower categories | 3 hours |
| Reference Collection | All borrower categories | In-library use only |
| Periodicals Collection | All borrower categories | In-library use only |
The IT office provides printing, scanning, and photocopying services as the library does not have its own printer.