Your academic partner in learning, research, and discovery — providing access to high-quality physical and digital resources across all disciplines.
The UMST Library is your gateway to essential knowledge, digital tools, and a supportive learning environment. We provide students, faculty, and researchers with access to high-quality physical and digital resources across disciplines, helping you achieve academic and professional excellence.
Borrow books easily with your Student ID.
Quiet spaces for focused individual study.
Workstations for research and academic tasks.
Get help finding books, journals, and research materials.
Advice on improving reading, research skills, and information literacy.
Available throughout the library premises.
UMST Library uses the KOHA Integrated Library System to manage and track all book lending. With KOHA, you can:
Note: KOHA is accessible during library working hours.
Our library holds a large collection of undergraduate dissertations and research projects in hard copy format. While physical documents are available for consultation, we also provide an online list categorised by faculty:
Request Dissertation List →Full access to thousands of journals, books, and databases. Login credentials available at the library desk.
Our library offers a collection of PDF books available only inside the library. For access, please ask the librarians for assistance.
Meet our dedicated team:
Our team is here to support you in navigating digital systems, finding resources, and maximising library services.
| Day | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|
| Monday – Saturday | 08:00 AM | 10:00 PM |
| Umuganda Saturday *last Sat of month | 01:00 PM | 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed | |
* Umuganda Saturday: Library opens at 1:00 PM to allow staff participation in the national community work programme.
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