BOU library offers the following services to its clientele;
Access to the library
BOU students and staff are allowed into the library and reading spaces are readily available.
Computer access
The libraries are equipped with computers for use by patrons.
Email-reference services
Requests or inquiries may be made through an email service; This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Information Literacy training
The libraries offer training in the use of library resources to enable clients to find information easily and speedily. Training is offered as per the respective library schedule or by request.
Lending services
Any registered BOU student/staff are eligible to borrowing library books for a period of 30 days and maximum of 4 books for undergraduate students and 5books for graduates as well as staff.
Research support
Students undertaking research have various resources available to them for scholarly journals. Librarians are responsible for guiding students on how to effectively use the available resources (online databases). Librarians also equip patrons with skills to ensure that they easily find, retrieve, evaluate and use information relevant to their research topics.