Macau University of Science and Technology Library - Textbook Service Introduction
The Textbook Service is centrally managed by the University Library. Based on booklists designated by faculties and course instructors, it provides comprehensive textbook ordering and distribution support for all university students and staff. The service is committed to ensuring timely supply and quality assurance of teaching resources, facilitating the smooth conduct of teaching activities.
📋 Service Overview [↑]
The Textbook Service is centrally managed by the University Library. Based on booklists designated by faculties and course instructors, it provides comprehensive textbook ordering and distribution support for all university students and staff.
The service is committed to ensuring timely supply and quality assurance of teaching resources, facilitating the smooth conduct of teaching activities.
⚙️ Core Functions [↑]
📚 1. Booklist Coordination and Procurement Management
Collect, review, and consolidate textbook lists submitted by faculties
Solicit quotations and negotiate purchases with publishers and book suppliers in Mainland China, overseas, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan
Organize textbook ordering, procurement, and distribution for the two semesters (Spring and Fall) and summer sessions each academic year
📦 2. Textbook Supply and Inventory Management
Manage textbook retail, reserve stock, and inventory control
Organize the printing and supply of university "self-compiled teaching materials"
🔧 3. System Development and Policy Support
Draft, revise, and improve regulations related to textbook ordering and collection
Assist the Information Technology Development Office (ITDO) in developing and optimizing the WeMust Student APP "Bookstore" module and its backend management system
📊 4. Teaching Resource Research and Quality Feedback
Continuously monitor course offerings, enrollment numbers, and program structures across faculties
Collect feedback from students and instructors on textbook quality and suitability
Gather information on high-quality textbooks from Mainland China, overseas, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, regularly providing recommended lists to faculties
Analyze and summarize textbook usage to inform teaching resource development
🤝 Service Commitment [↑]
⭐ Service Principle: The Textbook Service Center operates under the principle of "Putting Students and Staff First, Prioritizing Teaching." Through standardized management and professional service, it ensures timely and accurate textbook supply, providing solid resource support for enhancing the university's teaching quality.
📞 Contact Information [↑]
📍 Library Textbook Service Office
For any inquiries or suggestions regarding textbook services, please contact the Library Textbook Service Office.
| Address: | Avenida Wai Long, Taipa, Macau Macau University of Science and Technology Library Building N, Room N202 |
| Phone: | (853) 8897 2012 / 8897 2359 |
| Email: | library_tbs@must.edu.mo |
| Office Hours: | Monday to Friday 9:00-13:00 ; 14:30-18:20 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays) |
