The College of Dentistry Reading Room Facility is designed to support students and faculty in their pursuit of academic excellence, research, and scientific knowledge acquisition. Recognizing the importance of continuous learning in dentistry, the facility provides access to essential textbooks, digital resources, and collaborative study spaces, ensuring that students stay updated with the latest scientific advancements and clinical practices. To create a quiet and focused study space, the college has established two separate reading rooms, one for male students and another for female students. These spaces are equipped with essential textbooks and reference materials covering all major dental specialties.
In addition to physical resources, students and faculty have access to the Saudi Digital Library (SDL), which allows them to explore a vast collection of e-books, research articles, and peer-reviewed journals using their university credentials. This digital access ensures that users can stay informed about the latest advancements in dental research, clinical techniques, and emerging technologies. Furthermore, students can also utilize the university’s central library, where they have the option to borrow books and access additional reading materials based on the library’s rules and regulations.
While reading is often a solitary activity, collaborative learning plays a significant role in enhancing comprehension and critical thinking. To facilitate group discussions and peer learning, the reading room facility includes dedicated study nooks where students can sit together, discuss key concepts, and share insights from their reading materials. These areas encourage students to exchange ideas, analyze complex topics, and deepen their understanding of various dental subjects. Engaging in discussions with peers helps in problem-solving, reinforcing knowledge, and preparing for exams or case presentations.
For a detailed list of the books available in the reading room, please refer to the link below.
KKU Central Library
Apart from the College Reading Room Facility, students also have access to the University Central Library, which serves as the gateway to knowledge resources at King Khalid University. The Central Library, located within the Al-Faraa campus, is a state-of-the-art facility that provides a comprehensive collection of academic, scientific, literary, and artistic resources.
With an expansive area of 36,000 m², the Central Library offers a modern and comfortable space for reading, studying, and conducting research. It is designed to be a hub of culture and knowledge, fostering an environment that promotes academic excellence, intellectual growth, and interdisciplinary learning.
For more information on general guidelines, borrowing policies, and library regulations, please visit the University Central Library’s official website by following the link below.
The Saudi Digital Library (SDL)
SDL is an online resource that aims to provide advanced information services and make digital information sources accessible to faculty members, researchers, and students at the graduate and bachelor's studies levels in Saudi universities and higher education institutions. The SDL, available and accessible to all faculty and students, provides access to more than 310 thousand scientific references, including e-books, e-journals, Google Scholar, and university theses. These resources cover all academic majors and are available to faculty members, researchers, and undergraduate and graduate students. Additionally, the library offers research tools such as reference management tools, plagiarism checkers, grammar checkers, paraphrasing tools, and indexing.
Important Links
| Click to visit | |
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| List of books in the College Reading Room |  |
| KKUCOD Reading Room Rules & Regulations | |
| Book Borrowing Form | |
| Book Return Extension Request Form | |
| Saudi Digital Library (SDL) Search | |
| Central Library website | |
| Central Library Location | |
| Electronic services in the university library | |