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What are the addresses and opening hours of the libraries?

Most libraries are located in the centre of Amsterdam, in the neighbourhood of the Meester Vissersplein, such as the Academy of Fine Art in Education, the Academy of Architecture, de Film Academy and de Theaterschool. The Conservatorium is near the Central Station and the Reinwardt Academie in the eastern part of Amsterdam.

For whom are the libraries accessible?

The libraries are publicly accessible. Everyone can consult books, magazines and other materials in all libraries.

Who are allowed to lend materials?

• Students and staff members of the AHK. They can lend materials for free from all AHK collections, showing their student or staff card.
• After graduation, alumni can make use of all AHK libraries, with the exception of the Conservatorium van Amsterdam. You can lend showing a valid identity card. You have to extend your registration at the library every year.
• For all others different conditions and rates apply, depending on the faculty library.

How many materials can I lend at the same time?

• AHK students: maximum of ten
• AHK staff: maximum of fifteen
• Alumni and others: maximum of four

Can I lend all materials?

You can not lend reference works and magazines. Generally speaking, all other materials (books, cd roms, videos, cd's, sheet music and dvd's) can be lended. However, the exact rules may differ per faculty.

How long can I lend materials?

Books may be lended for a period of four weeks. For other materials different rules may be apply, depending on the faculty.

Can I extend the lending term?

Yes, this is possible by both email or phone, unless the materials are reserverd by others.

What are the consequences of breaking the lending conditions?

You are responsible for the timely return or renewal of materials. If the books are returned too late, a penalty is calculated of € 0.10 per item per day. From 8 days too late the rate is increased to € 0.20 per day per item. The maximum penalty is € 7 per item (39 days late). 

For weekends, holidays and other days that the AHK Libraries are closed, no penalty is calculated. A reminder is sent by email. If the material is not returned, a deposit will be collected (if applicable) or a collection agency will be called in. If you return materials too late repeatedly, you will be excluded from lending rights.

You may only lend materials if you have paid all fines due.

I have lost materials I lended; what to do?

Please contact the library.

I am dyslectic. Are there special facilities?

At every library of the AHK Kurzweil software is available. This is software for reading, writing and studying for people with dyslexia.

Can I make use of computers in the libraries?

Not all computers in the libraries can be used; some of them are online available to search the catalogue. Other computers can be accessed by using your MyAHK login credentials.

Can I print at the libraries?

Yes, it is possible to print using your MyAHK login details and your student or staff card.

What does copying and printing cost?

A4 one-sided 0,05 / 0,10 (black-and-white / colour)
A4 double-sided 0,10 / 0,20 (black-and-white / colour)
A3 one-sided 0,10 / 0,20 (black-and-white / colour)
A3 double-sided 0,20 / 0,40 (black-and-white / colour)

Can I make a scan at the library?

All libraries have multifunctional printers available, where you can print, copy and scan. You can email a scan to any email address.

What does making a scan cost?

Making a scan at one of the multifunctional printers is free.

Can I access the catalogue at home?

Yes, the catalogue is accessible from anywhere at this page

Can I also access the databases at home?

A number of databases are only available from within the AHK (intranet) network. This means you have to be logged in at MyAHK, or you need to work from a computer within the AHK network.

Can I lend with other libraries as an AHK student?

AHK students can lend at the libraries of the University of Amsterdam, after registering at the University Library at the Koningsplein. You have to show your valid student card to register.