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Discover the joy of reading and learning at our HKUST Lee Shau Kee Library.

 

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About Library eCards

As an HKUST alumnus, you can easily access our library services with an eCard. Simply apply for a paid Borrower's or Reader's Card through the HKUST Alumni App. 

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Borrower’s Card

Enjoy borrowing privileges with a Borrower’s Card for an annual fee of HK$100. The first year’s fee is waived for HKUST Alumni Association Full Members.

Reader’s Card

If you do not need borrowing privileges, consider a Reader’s Card for an annual fee of HK$50.

Important Notes: 

  • Application Suspension Period: Please be aware that card applications are suspended every Thursday morning due to regular weekly settlements. If Thursday is a public holiday, the suspension will take place on the next working day.
  • Physical Card Invalidation: Once you have successfully logged in to the Alumni App with your eCard, your physical Reader's Card or Borrower's Card will become invalid.
  •  eCard Verification: You must present the eCard on the Alumni App to access library service. Screenshots will not be accepted. You may be asked to enlarge the photo within the App for identity verification.
  •  Non-refundable Fees: The subscription fees for Reader's or Borrower's Card are not refundable and non-transferable.
  • Library Rules: All visitors are reminded to adhere to the library rules and regulations below:
     

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Discover Alumni e-Resources

Gain access to selected databases at a discounted annual subscription fee. HKUST BOC Alumni Credit Card holders and HKUST Alumni Association Full Members enjoy a 20% discount. Click here for details.

 

The above-mentioned library services are exclusively available for HKUST degree graduates. Non-degree graduates including those of Short Executive Education Course/Graduate Diploma/Professional Diploma, former exchange students and visiting scholars are not eligible for these services.