Computer facilities
The University of Auckland provides computers for students’ academic use and class teaching.
Computing facilities are located on all campuses in faculty computer labs, libraries and information commons. The courses you are enrolled in determine which additional computing facilities and software you will have access to. Computer use is subject to the terms and conditions as described in relevant IT policies.
Information Commons computers
- Kate Edger Information Commons, City Campus, bookable via BookPC
- Epsom Library and Information Commons, Epsom Campus
- Grafton Information Commons, Grafton Campus
Find out more about the Information Commons.
Laptops
You can borrow a laptop from the helpdesk in these locations:
- Kate Edger Information Commons
- Philson Library (Medical and Health Sciences)
- Sylvia Ashton Warner Library (Epsom)
- Tai Tonga (South Auckland Campus)
The following conditions apply:
- You must present your Campus Card (ID) to borrow a laptop.
- Borrowing a laptop has a 'same day' loan policy. Therefore, you must return the device on the same day and prior to the helpdesk closing.
- Laptops cannot be borrowed overnight.
- Laptops will not allow you to login while off-campus.
- You must comply with all conditions for laptop use and are liable for costs incurred as a result of loss, theft or damage as per the Library Statute.
Fines for overdue or lost laptops
- Fines are charged at $6.00 per day ($3.00 for laptop and $3.00 for charger). The maximum overdue fine is $90.
- If you lose the laptop, you will be charged the replacement cost, which will not exceed $2,000.
- Laptops not returned after three days are automatically charged as lost.
