When do I use the Library?
The Library and Information Services of CUT offer you the opportunity, information resources and facilities essential to achieve academic excellence.
There are various venues available for your convenience:
- Library and Information Services Centre (Bloemfontein | Welkom)
- Student Academic Support Centre (Bloemfontein)
Library Hours
Bethuel Setai Library (Bloemfontein Campus) | ||
Semester | Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 08:00 – 22:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 22:00 | |
Fridays | 08:00 – 16:30 | |
Saturdays | 09:00 – 14:00 | |
Sunday | Closed | |
Assessment | Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 08:00 – 24:00 (Midnight) |
Wednesday | 09:00 – 24:00 (Midnight) | |
Fridays | 08:00 – 20:30 | |
Saturdays | 09:00 – 17:00 | |
Sundays | 10:00 - 18:00 | |
Recess | Mondays to Fridays | 08:00 – 16:30 |
Saturdays | Closed | |
Clement Tsehloane Keto Library (Welkom Campus) | ||
Semester | Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 08:00 – 20:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 20:00 | |
Fridays | 08:00 – 16:30 | |
Saturdays | 09:00 – 14:00 | |
Sundays | Closed | |
Assessment | Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays | 08:00 – 22:00 |
Wednesday | 09:00 - 22:00 | |
Fridays | 08:00 – 16:30 | |
Saturdays | 09:00 – 17:00 | |
Sundays | 09:00 - 14:00 | |
Recess | Mondays to Fridays | 08:00 – 16:30 |
Saturdays | Closed |
Libraries are closed on Sundays.
The two 24-hour study halls will still be open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Computer Labs
Semester | Mondays to Fridays | 08:00 – 20:00 |
Saturdays | 09:00 – 13:00 | |
Sundays | Closed |

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