The text book policy aims to encourage personal responsibility and support the sustainable  use of resources.
In effect from June 2022

When a student is no longer enrolled in the class for which s/he has checked out a textbook, or when
the textbook is to be changed with a new edition or volume at the teacher's request, all textbooks
must be returned by the end of the Term.

Failure to return books after 1 reminder will lead to a charge for the book on the student’s account.
This will remain on the student’s financial record as an open cost which must be cleared before any
award (diplomas, degrees) documents are issued. The prices of books are available via the price list in eCampus.

• Students are responsible for the materials checked out on their textbook record.
• Students should review the books for any damage when they receive the book(s) and report
  any cases immediately to the Academic Office.
• Students will be charged if:
• They return a damaged book which was not reported when checked out
• They return a book which has been written in which was not reported when checked-out

Please

1. Do not write or draw in BHMS textbooks- the ONLY exception to this is the MOTIVE German course and workbooks.
2. Do not leave your book in a classroom.
3. Do not loan your book to anyone – not even your best friend!
4. Keep your book(s) away from all liquids (e.g., rain, spilled drinks, and leaky water bottles).
   Wet books that develop mould cannot be re-issued and the student to which the book is
   checked-out will be charged.
5. Return textbooks in good condition.
6. Return books to the Academic office as soon as you finish a module or at the end of a term.
   
   German (Motive) course and workbooks can be kept by students.

1. Fill out the form from the academic office.
2. Pay the amount at the admission office and have the form signed.
3. Bring the signed form back to the academic office.
4. Keep the receipt with you.

The academic office is responsible for checking the condition of books when they are issued and returned. They will make a note of a book's condition using the following classification:

• N (New): The book is within the same flawless condition as when it was published (may be an old or new edition)
• G (Good): The book has small signs of wear but no writing or highlighting anywhere in the book
  
• F (Fair): The book has obvious signs of wear such as slightly loose bindings, occasional highlighting or note taking, on pages
• P (Poor): The book is very worn and may be  scuffed, stained, or spotted, with loose bindings and/or heavy highlighting/notes on multiple pages.

Where can I pick up my books?
All new intake students will receive their term 1 books at the orientation day. Returning students
and for terms 2,3 and 4 students should pick up their books from the Academic office.

What should I do if I lose a book?
Please inform the academic office as soon as you notice a book is lost.

Where can I get the lost /replacement book form?
The form is available outside the academic office or on ecampus.

Am I allowed to collect my friend’s books?
Yes – but only if your friend sends an email with your name and your student ID number in advance
to academic@bhms.chto confirm that you are authorised to do so.

Can I borrow a book for additional reading?
Yes – subject to availability.

Why should I pay for the lost or damaged books if they are included in the fees?
Books are loaned to the students as a study resource. To avoid unnecessary waste
they should be return to the academic office end of the Term.

How much should I pay for the lost or damaged book?
Each book has a listed price which can be seen on the book list on eCampus. If you have any

CLICK HERE FOR TEXTBOOK PRICES