For new users
Welcome to the University and State Library of Münster!
On the ULB websites, you will find all the necessary information for successfully using the library.
As a new user, you will probably be interested in the following information:
How do you get a library card?
For students of the University of Münster, the student ID card serves as the library card. You perform the activation online.
Online activation
Further information about the library card
How do you find the book you are looking for?
The search for a book, a journal or an article is always conducted in the KatalogPlus. There, you can identify the location and the shelfmark of the desired item. On the “Search” page, you will find all our important catalogues and subject specific databases for further research. It is, of course, possible to use our catalogues, databases and online publications (e-books, e-journals, etc.) at home or while travelling.
Research
Information about off-campus research
If the desired item is located in the ULB, you will need to determine the location and the loan conditions. We have arranged a detailed overview for you.
Locating the book
You will find help with your research at our information desk on the ground floor of the ULB. For more complex and subject specific problems you may also consult subject experts.
Information
Subject experts [de]
What kinds of options for studying and working does the ULB provide?
Computer workstations, study spaces in the reading room, group study spaces, copy machines, scanners, …
Information about studying and working at the ULB
How do you find out more about the ULB’s offers?
Using our audio tour, you can explore the ULB during the opening hours. Audio files for download and further information can be found at our audio tour site.
Additionally, we recommend our free of charge training courses [de].