Collections
Ghent University Library manages an extensive and diverse range of print and digital collections across all academic disciplines. The collections of faculty libraries and the Boekentoren include, among others, scholarly literature, books and e-books, journals and databases, unique heritage and thematic collections, master's dissertations and UGent research output.
This is a snapshot. Through the University Library, you can access the different types and explore the full range of collections via the catalogue.
Heritage Collections
One of the largest heritage collections in the Low Countries, with unique, historically valuable materials.
Thematic collections
Curated compilations of (digital) library heritage around specific themes, supplemented by academic research.
Academic Bibliography
UGent’s research output is documented in the Academic Bibliography.
Master’s dissertations
Ghent University Library preserves and provides access to master’s dissertations submitted at UGent.
Journals
More than 230,000 unique scientific journal titles, accessible via the catalogue.
Databases
A wide range of databases supports research across all disciplines and can be accessed via the catalogue.