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Online Application for Library Membership

Types of Library Membership for external users

Community Member

This membership is free of charge and entitles the user to borrow up to 5 items for a period of two weeks, dependent on the loan status of the book (some books are 3 day loan). Should the book be in high demand, there is the possibility that it may be recalled at any time. Please therefore ensure that you check your e-mails regularly, and return any recalled items as soon as possible. A passport sized photograph (for the membership: clearly visible face), photo ID (please upload this with the membership photo). Membership will be for one year.

SCONUL Access

This membership is free of charge. Initial applications must be completed via SCONUL. Once you have received email confirmation of your SCONUL application please complete the following form. The entitlements will vary accordingly to the band of SCONUL. A passport sized photograph (for the membership: clearly visible face), photo ID, and a copy of your SCONUL confirmation email are required. The membership entitles you to reference use of the Library only.

Sixth Form Pupils

This membership is free of charge. A passport sized photograph (for the membership: clearly visible face), photo ID, and a typed copy of school letter (on headed paper) with clearly stated names of a pupil applying for the membership and signed by the responsible school tutor or headteacher is required.

Your Details

Please note a UK/Correspondance Address is required for all applications

Application Details

Type of Membership (required)

Documentation

Please upload the following documentation to support your application. Failure to upload the correct documentation will result in a delay in processing your request.

  1. Proof of ID.
  2. A recent photo of yourself – your face and shoulders must be clearly visible.
  3. For Sixth form pupils - School headed letter signed by responsible adult (headteacher/tutor).
  4. SCONUL - SCONUL letter confirming your application.

Please note all documents need to be attached to the online application for these to be accepted and processed. We are unable to accept additional documents in person or sent after the submission was made. If you suspect a mistake was made, please re-submit the application form.

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Terms and Conditions

Thank you for applying to become a Library member. Your application may take up to 1 week to process.

We will contact you by email once your application has been processed, and if it is approved, we will ask you to come to the library to collect your card. 

I have read and accept the Library Membership terms and conditions (required)
Privacy notice

Under the terms of the Data Protection Act 1998 (“Act”) and the General Data Protection Regulation 2018, I consent to the University of Warwick using my personal data for the purpose of creation and administration of my library account, and sending library communications regarding that account and library access. I understand and agree that the University of Warwick is the data controller and it will process my personal data for the above purpose and I consent to the following 1. The University will process the following data sets in respect of my personal data for the above purpose: data as requested on external registration form and provided on SCONUL email (if applicable) 2. Store my contact details on its database in case the University needs to contact me for the above mentioned purpose. 3 Process my personal data within the EEA. 4 Retain my personal data for the duration of Library membership plus 1 academic year. 5 The University will only disclose my personal data to third parties where there is a lawful basis 6. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by emailing library@warwick.ac.uk 7. Your rights under the data protection legislation can be found at https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-the-general-data-protection-regulation-gdpr/individual-rights/ The University will hold your personal data securely and keep it confidential at all times. The legislation gives you the right to access information held about you. Your right of access can be exercised in accordance with the legislation. Questions, comments and requests regarding your personal data should be addressed to GDPR@warwick.ac.uk. This consent form and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with it shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of England and Wales.

The University of Warwick is the Data Controller of any information you have entered on this form and is committed to protecting the rights of individuals in line with Data Protection Legislation. The University's Data Protection webpages provide further information on your rights and how the University processes personal data. If you wish to submit a data subjects rights request, make a complaint or report a suspected personal data breach, please contact the University’s Data Protection Officer by email at infocompliance@warwick.ac.uk.

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