EBSCOhost
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Library & Information Services
Student Library
The Boitekanelo College Library gives students access to learning resources, study spaces and research support for academic success.
MEDLINE Complete
A comprehensive full-text database supporting medicine, nursing, allied health, and related health sciences.
ProQuest
Provides access to multidisciplinary scholarly journals, research literature, and electronic resources.
BC InfoNest
Access library resources, academic databases, research tools, referencing support, past examination papers, and other academic materials through BC InfoNest.
BC Repository
Provides access to College research outputs and reputable open-access academic resources, including PubMed, Google Scholar, AJOL, DOAB, and Cochrane.
Boitekanelo College
Library & Information Services
Boitekanelo College Library and Information Services supports teaching, learning, research and academic development by providing students and staff with access to quality information resources, technology, study facilities and professional research support.
The library provides access to print and electronic resources covering the College's academic disciplines, including Allied Health, Nursing, Rehabilitation Sciences, Public Health, Leadership and Management, and related health sciences.
Our goal is to provide an inclusive, technology-enabled learning environment where students can study, collaborate, discover information and develop the research and information literacy skills required for academic and professional success.
Services & Resources
Library Services & Resources
The library provides borrowing, research, database searching, referencing, information literacy, resource access, and general academic support services to students.
Information Literacy & Research Support
Information literacy is an important part of the Library’s academic support services.
The Library provides orientation and information literacy sessions to help students develop practical skills in:
- Identifying information needs
- Searching academic databases
- Evaluating credible and scholarly sources
- Referencing and citation
- Using information ethically
- Conducting literature searches
Individual and group research support is also available for students who need assistance with database searching, referencing, literature reviews, or locating scholarly information.
Library Facilities
The Library provides a comfortable, technology-enabled environment for individual study, research, and collaborative learning.
Available facilities include:
- Approximately 100 study spaces and study carrels
- 40 computers with internet access
- Wi-Fi and internet connectivity
- Individual reading and study areas
- Two discussion rooms, accommodating approximately 12 students each
- Smart TVs for presentations and collaborative activities
- Library lounge and reading area
- Bag storage area
- Circulation and Information Desk
- Printing and scanning support
The discussion rooms provide dedicated spaces for group assignments, presentations, collaborative learning, and academic discussions.
Borrowing Library Materials
Registered Boitekanelo College students and staff are eligible to use the Library and borrow materials, subject to the Library’s circulation rules.
Students should present the appropriate College identification when required. Borrowed materials must be returned or renewed by their due dates to ensure fair access to resources for all Library users.
For assistance with borrowing, renewals, or locating materials, visit the Library Circulation Desk.
Interlibrary Loan
Where required information is not available within the Boitekanelo College Library collection, eligible users may request assistance through the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Service.
This service enables the Library to facilitate access to academic resources available through collaborating institutions, subject to availability and applicable conditions.
Accessing the Library Online
BC InfoNest is the central online gateway to Boitekanelo College Library and Information Services.
Through BC InfoNest, students can access:
- Library Catalogue
- Academic databases
- Examination Bank
- Electronic resources
- Open-access resources
- Referencing information and guides
- Research support resources
- Library announcements and information
Library Support
Library staff are available to assist students with:
- Finding appropriate academic resources
- Searching academic databases
- Literature searching
- Referencing and citation
- Accessing electronic resources
- Developing effective research strategies
FAQs
Library FAQs
Quick answers to common library questions.
Who can use the library?
The library supports registered students and Boitekanelo College staff.
Can I renew borrowed material?
Yes. Visit the library desk for renewal support before your due date.
Where can I get help with research?
Library staff can assist with databases, referencing and information literacy.
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