Library

The Mildmay Institute of Health Sciences Library and Resource Centre supports the academic and information needs of students, staff and other registered library users. The Library provides access to print and digital information resources, research support and a conducive environment for study and learning.

About the Library

The MIHS Library and Resource Centre serves more than 500 users, including students, staff and other registered library users. The Library is committed to providing accessible, user-focused services that support teaching, learning and research across the Institute.

Digital Library Resources

MIHS provides access to digital resources that make it easier for students and staff to discover, access and use information for learning and research. Two key online services are the MIHS Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) and the MIHS Institutional Repository.

Online Library Catalogue

The MIHS Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) enables students, staff and other authorised library users to search and discover resources available through the Library. Users can search the catalogue to identify books and other library resources relevant to their academic and research needs.

Access the MIHS Online Catalogue:
opac.mihs.ac.ug

Institutional Repository

The MIHS Institutional Repository provides a digital platform for accessing and preserving the Institute's academic and scholarly outputs. It supports the discovery and dissemination of knowledge generated through the academic and research activities of the MIHS community.

Visit the MIHS Institutional Repository:
ir.mihs.ac.ug

Online Resources

Registered MIHS students and staff have access to a range of useful online resources to support their academic work and research.

View Online Resources

Library Objectives

The Library aims to make its resources and services as accessible and easy to use as possible. Its key objectives are to:

  • Enable users to independently find and access the information they need.

  • Manage Library collections in ways that support effective information discovery and use.

  • Make access to and use of e-Library services as easy as possible.

  • Maintain a quiet, cool and conducive environment for study.

  • Place help and user support at the centre of Library services.

  • Raise awareness of available Library services and resources among students and staff.

Library Opening Hours

Day Opening Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 9:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sundays & Public Holidays Closed

Users are encouraged to observe the Library's rules and regulations while using its facilities and services.

View Library Rules and Regulations

Library Contact

Phionah Nakigudde
Librarian
Mildmay Institute of Health Sciences
P.O. Box 24985, Kampala, Uganda

Telephone: +256 39 2080568
Mobile: +256 (0)782 805 240
Email: phionah.nakigudde@mihs.ac.ug