The Klebelsberg Library and Archives of the University of Szeged, with its collections, traditional library and archival activities, electronic content, information services and qualified, dedicated staff, is a central service institution that supports the University’s educational and research activities. As a public library and archive, it serves not only the citizens of the University, but also the citizens of the Southern Great Plain region. In addition to its national library function, the library has traditionally played a prominent role in innovation and major professional organisations and projects in librarianship in Hungary.
The SZTE Klebelsberg Library and Archives of the University of Szeged supports the wide range of teaching, research and study activities of the university through the effective contribution of its expert staff
- through its dynamically developing collections of traditional and digital documents and information resources;
- by providing fast and efficient links to external information sources;
- by providing traditional library and electronic services to students, teachers and researchers with a variety of orientations;
- its wide range of information interfaces, online learning materials, group and personalised consultation methods, information techniques for library use and literature research, the basics of academic writing and the development of digital literacy;
- through its archival function
in an extensive way.
The SZTE Klebelsberg Library and Archives continuously strives to develop and maintain an appropriate organisation for the provision of services, an environment and infrastructure supporting library, archival and information services by applying new methods.
The vision of the SZTE Klebelsberg Library and Archives
The SZTE Klebelsberg Library and Archives has set itself the forward-looking goal of operating as an innovative university library and archives, striving to meet the needs of its users across its entire service portfolio.
In line with the University’s objectives, our institution aims to define itself as a leading higher education library in both the national and European spheres, in terms of both analogue-digital and general-specialised collections. This ambition is underpinned by our qualified staff and the resources provided by Hungary’s leading university.
The SZTE Klebelsberg Library and Archives is responsible for a number of professional tasks, as well as acting as a content manager with a distinguished role in adapting to university, regional and national tasks. Our aim is to continue providing an inspiring environment for the citizens of the University: a supportive and stable environment for students, teachers, researchers, citizens and our own staff.
Szeged, 3rd June 2025.
Dr Gyula Nagy, Director General