Opening Hours
Lien Ying Chow Library
Term: 8.30am to 7.00pm
Break / Vacation: 9.00am to 6.00pm
Weekends & Public Holidays: Closed
Note: We occasionally have special opening and closing hours. Check our website notification bar at the top for latest updates.
Entry
We offer a variety of spaces and facilities to learn, create and collaborate throughout 4 levels of the library.
Who Can Enter
- NP Students & Staff
- POLITE-CET@NP Students
- NIEC@NP CET Students & Lecturers
- Registered NP Library External Members
Learn more about Membership & Privileges.
NP Library is a members-only library and not open to the public.
Library premises can be visited by members only via gantry.
Any other visit requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis via appointment by emailing us at lib_circ@np.edu.sg.
Library Entrance
Our entrance is located at Level 2 of Block 1 (Admin Building).
Gantry
Scan your Digital ID Card in the Library Mobile app to pass through our gantry.
Accessibility
To Library Entrance at Level 2 of Block 1: Take the stairs from Block 1 Atrium or via ramps leading down from Block 5 (Engineering Block) or Dialogue in the Dark.
Library Level 2 to Level 5: Currently, only stair access is available throughout all levels of the library.
Mobility concerns: Library staff will accompany those with mobility concerns to use a private lift to access upper levels of the library. To request for access, contact us via Chat.
Location
Location: Levels 2 – 5, Block 1 (Admin Building)
Library GO Return & Pick Up Locker
Our Library GO return & pick-up locker can be accessed anytime during Campus Opening Hours.
It is located at the Atrium (Ground Floor of Block 1 Admin Building), just one level below our Library.
Wi-Fi
The NP Campus' wireless network coverage includes Library premises for NP Students and Staff.
Wireless@SG hotspots are also located at Level 4 and 5 of the Library.
If you require technical assistance, please visit NP's IT Helpdesk at Block 27, $01-01 from Mon-Fri 8.30am to 5.30pm, email Support@np.edu.sg or call 64608111.
Library Etiquette
- Unattended personal belongings are vulnerable to the risk of theft or tamper. Please refrain from using items to reserve open seats.
- The library is not responsible for lost, stolen or unattended belongings.
- We are unable to accept requests to retrieve personal belongings after service hours.
Food
Food cannot be consumed within the Library.
Help us to prevent pests, smells and stains so that our library stays clean and enjoyable for all.
Drinks
- Drinks in airtight containers is permitted but patrons must be careful to avoid spills.
- No liquids in takeaway cups, cans or straw packets are allowed into the Library.
- Tidy up and dispose of rubbish after using a space or facility.
- Speak softly and keep your mobile phones in silent mode.
- Complete silence is required in Level 5 (Quiet Study Zone).
- Do not move, misuse or vandalise furniture or equipment.
- Indecent and unruly behaviour, smoking and other misconduct or campus violations are prohibited.
The library reserves the right to:
- Confiscate prohibited items
- Request or escort patrons who do not comply with library etiquette out of the library premises
- Report misconduct to relevant authorities for further investigation or disciplinary action
- Suspend or withdraw membership or access to the library and its resources