About Us
The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) at Symbiosis International University Dubai is essential to the academic environment, supporting learning, teaching, research, and extracurricular activities. It offers a diverse range of resources tailored to student and faculty needs, aiming to align with and enhance the university's academic goals. The LRC plays a key role in fostering a research culture among students and faculty.
Reference
Service:
Library Reference
Service
aids users with information and
research
through
librarian assistance.
User
Orientation/Information Literacy:
Symbiosis International University, Dubai librarians teach users how to use library resources
through
orientations and literacy programs.
E-Library
Service:
Symbiosis International University, Dubai Library offers 24/7 access to digital resources
like
e-books,
online
journals, and databases.
Circulation
Service:
Symbiosis International University, Dubai Library manages lending, returns, renewals, and
reserves to
keep
resources accessible.
Current Awareness
Service:
It updates users on new library materials via alerts and
newsletters.
Interlibrary
Loans:
Interlibrary Loan lets users borrow books and materials
from
other
libraries, expanding available resources.
Softcopy of
Syllabus:
Symbiosis International University, Dubai Library offers soft copies of syllabi for easy
access to
course
outlines and reading lists.
Textbooks
Arrangements:
The Textbooks Arrangement service acquires, organizes,
and
manages
textbooks
to meet students' curriculum needs.
Library Facilities
Learning Resources
Membership Categories:
The Symbiosis International University, Dubai Campus Library has established academic partnerships with reputed international institutions to enhance resource sharing, research collaboration, and professional development. These MoUs strengthen our library services and create opportunities for students, faculty, and researchers.
General Collection borrower categories, loan periods, and renewals: The loan period for any material circulating in the General Collection depends on the material type and borrower category as summarized below:
| Category | Loan Periods | Books | Journal's | Extends |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty | Per Semester | 10 | 3 | One time |
| Students | 2 weeks | 5 | 2 | One time |
| Admin | 2 weeks | 5 | 2 | One time |
First Floor, Block 14 Symbiosis International University Dubai, UAE Phone: +971 4 450 2316; Email: library@siu-dubai.ac.ae
Monday – Friday: 8.00 AM – 10.00 PM
Closed on Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays
24*7 Contact details: library@siu-dubai.ac.ae
Website last updated : January 26, 2026
