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During the day, staff members are on site at the University Library, regularly making rounds and thus maintaining a presence in the library. In addition, staff members are available at the information and service desk.
Outside of these hours, many students do not feel safe in the building. We have received numerous messages about this. We have therefore decided to only grant access to people who are registered in our library system*. From March 16, 2026, access to the Bochum University Library will therefore require the RUB Bib app and the corresponding barcode, which must be scanned at the entrance.

This will take place at the following times:

• Weekdays from 6.30 pm
• Saturdays from 4.30 pm
• Sundays from   10 am

*Students and employees of RUB are automatically registered in our library system and do not need to take any further action.
External users should note the following information: Our digital ID card is only issued during the service hours of the information and service desk:

• Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm and Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm

Please remember to bring the necessary documents:

• valid identity card

or

• Valid passport and a registration certificate from the city (not older than 1 year) where you are registered

During the entrance check, we will only open one revolving door (on the left).

Important information for wheelchair users: To slow down the revolving door, press this button  

If you have any questions or suggestions, we would be delighted to hear from you via mail (ub-information@rub.de).

Your UB Team

Picture news overview: © RUB, Rosenkranz