Library

With over 145,000 volumes, including books, theses, national and international journals, and a vast array of online resources, the library offers a wealth of knowledge. Materials published since 2000 are freely accessible, while older publications are housed in the storage area.

Students and staff can access online resources both from library computers and remotely. The spacious, well-lit reading room, with seating for up to 200 users, provides an ideal space for study and research. The library's website and bulletin board are regularly updated to keep users informed on the latest developments.

Thanks to its expansive collection and continuous service improvements, the library is a vital hub of learning and academic support at the Faculty of Law.

From Monday to Thursday
From 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

On Fridays
From 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Address
University of Ljubljana
Faculty of Law
Library
Poljanski nasip 2
1000 Ljubljana

E-mail
knjiznica@pf.uni-lj.si

Phone numbers
+386 1 42 03 231
+386 1 42 03 232

Library membership can be obtained at the Information Desk. A user wishing to become a member is required to provide an identity document and a temporary residence permit.

Erasmus+ students can use and borrow library materials in all libraries of the University of Ljubljana, as well as the National and University Library (NUK) and Central Technical Library (CTK).

Student (digital) card, membership profile in COBISS Plus or digital proof of student status all count as a library membership card. The library can also issue a separate membership card upon request and at no extra charge.

In order to receive the official transcript of records, Erasmus+ students should obtain the library certificate of fulfilled obligations, stating that they have returned all borrowed items and have no unpaid library fines.

Users can find library items by browsing the library shelves, consulting a librarian or by using the card catalogues and online COBISS Plus catalogues.

https://plus.cobiss.net/cobiss/si/en

Library materials are arranged in 11 categories:

• PC – Civil Law
• PEF – Economy and Sociology
• PFI – Philosophy of Law
• PH – History of Law
• PD – Labour Law
• PJ – Public Law
• PK – Criminal Law
• PV – Various
• PZ – Collections of Scientific Papers
• PR – Periodicals
• PL – Legislation

Reference materials:

• periodicals (PR category)
• legislation, official gazettes, case law (PL category)
• textbooks
• dictionaries
• encyclopaedias

Within each category, items are arranged alphabetically, by either author or title. Legislation is additionally arranged by the country of origin.

Library materials published since 2000 may be accessed freely, while materials published before 2000 are located in the storage area. Users should order materials located in the storage area via COBISS Plus or at the Information Desk. The waiting period is one hour.

COBISS Plus also offers a so-called locator that shows location of selected item on the library shelves.

Library materials (books, theses) that can be borrowed from the library are due back in 30 days. Each user may borrow a maximum of 15 (fifteen) items. Items can be renewed if they are not overdue or have not been reserved by other user(s) of the library.

Reference materials can be used in the library or, if borrowed from the library, must be returned on the same day by closing time.

Orders and reservations

Library items can be ordered, reserved or renewed in person at the Information Desk, by phone or by e-mail. Ordered and reserved items must be collected within 5 (five) business days.

Upon registration, a user is also provided with a password to their COBISS Plus profile (also known as “My Library”) which can be used for orders, reservations and renewals, as well as notifications via an e-mail address.

Interlibrary loan

The library also provides an interlibrary loan service of reading materials owned by other libraries. The service is payable and can be ordered through COBISS Plus.

To ensure a welcoming and comfortable environment for all users, we kindly ask that you observe the following guidelines during your visit:

• Personal Belongings: Please leave coats, jackets, bags, and other personal items in the lockers provided at the library entrance.
• Quiet Environment: Set your phone to silent and speak softly to help maintain a quiet atmosphere for studying.
• Food and Drink: Eating and drinking are not allowed inside the library.
• Seat Reservations: Reservations for seating are not available.
• Personal Belongings: The library is not responsible for personal items left unattended.
• Security: The library is equipped with an electronic alarm system to protect materials against theft.
• Video Surveillance: For your security, the library is under video surveillance.

Thank you for helping us maintain a productive and safe space for everyone!