Welcome to the library

Overview

The library of Peradeniya University originated in 1921 as the library of the Ceylon University College. The Library was shifted to Peradeniya in 1952 and was moved to the present premises in 1960. After moving to Peradeniya, the library developed into a library network comprising the Main Library and seven other branch libraries, namely Agriculture, Science, Medical, Engineering, Vet Medical, Allied Health Science and Dental libraries. The ninth library is attached to the sub-campus, Faculty of Agriculture in Mahailuppallama. The branch libraries are located in their respective faculties. The Main Library can be accessed by proceeding along the new Galaha road, passing the entrance to the Arts Theatre and turning right to the Senate building.

Peradeniya University Library Network is considered as the oldest and the largest University library in Sri Lanka.

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Opac

You can search the koha online catalogue.

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Digital Library University of Peradeniya

This is an institutional repository of research publications produced by academic and research staff of our university.

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Document Delivery Service(DDS)

The University of Peradeniya Library has now established a Centralized Document Delivery Service through email aiming to fulfill the information needs of our academics, students and researchers.

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Inter Library Loan

Inter Library Loan is a service that will assist users in obtaining research materials that are not available in the library though available in other libraries.

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Help Desk

If you have a library-related enquiry you can ask for assistance at the Helpdesk of the University of Peradeniya Library.

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Library Events

Library Seminar Series No. 13 Explores

Digital Access to Library Material in Germany: Strategies and Applications

The upcoming Library Seminar Series No. 13 is set to delve into the evolving landscape of library sciences, focusing on "Digital Access to Library Material in Germany: Strategies and Applications." Scheduled for 14th May, 2024, from 10:00am to 12:00 noon, this insightful event will take place at the Library Auditorium. Renowned academic figure, Prof. Dr. Jur. Eric W. Steinhauer, Director of the University Library of Hagen, will spearhead the seminar, offering valuable insights and expertise in this domain.

All members of our academic community are warmly invited to participate in this engaging seminar. This is a valuable opportunity to explore new perspectives, exchange ideas, and contribute to the advancement of library sciences.

Join us in this exploration of innovative strategies for digital access to library material.

1st December, 2023

9.30 AM - 11.30 AM

Library Seminar Series No. 12

The Main Library, University of Peradeniya is pleased to announce Library Seminar Series No. 12 scheduled for the 1 st of December, 2023, from 9.30 am to 11.30 am in the Library Auditorium. For additional details, kindly refer to the attached flyer.

All are welcome!

1st December, 2023

9.30 AM - 11.30 AM

“Hidden Treasures”
Art Exhibition

The Main Library, University of Peradeniya is delighted to announce the upcoming Art Exhibition titled 'Hidden Treasures,' scheduled from November 27 th to December 1 st , 2023, in celebration of International Week.

The inaugural opening ceremony is set for November 27 th , 2023, at 11:30 AM at the Art Gallery, New Library Building.

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27th November - 1st December, 2023

All Day (First Day at 11.30 AM)

Awareness Program on Systematic Review for Evidence-Based Practice: Enhancing Learning and Student Success

The Library Staff Training Division and the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of the Library (IQAC-Library) at the University of Peradeniya are delighted to announce the awareness workshop on Systematic Review. You are cordially invited to take part in this workshop planned to be held on 24th November from 1.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.

24th November 2023

1.00 PM - 4.00 PM

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Library Newsletters

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Vol-1-Issue-3

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Library New Building Openning

Friday, Aug 28, 2020

Launching Mr. NTSA Senadeera Felicitaion

Wednesday, Mar 10, 2021

Recent News

May 29, 2021

Library Seminar Series – Lecture No. 06 “Translation Studies – Contemporary Theories” by Dr. P. Anandakumar

Dr. P. Anandakumar, a renowned Professor in Tamil at the Department of Tamil, Gandhigram Rural Institute – Deemed to be University in Gandhigram, Tamil Nadu, India, recently conducted an lecture as part of the 9th installment in the Library Seminar Series...

April 8, 2021

Launching of Mr. NTSA Senadeera (The 5th Librarian of University of Peradeniya (1982-2002) Felicitation Volume)

This Festschrift was presented in parallel to the commencement of Centenary Celebration of University of Peradeniya Library on 08.04.2021 in recognition of contributions made to the Field of Library and Information Science and Librarianship by Mr. NTSA Senadeera, the 5th Librarian of University of Peradeniya (1982-2002)...

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