4. Retrieve your HiG card
The HiG card gives you access to the premises as well as to the study rooms, labs and campus computers you may need during your study period. The card is also your library card as well as your copy card.
The HiG card has several uses
In order to retrieve your card you must be registered on your first course and be able to present a valid form of identification. The card is free for all students and has three uses. HiG stands for Högskolan i Gävle, which is Swedish for University of Gävle.
Entrance card
The HiG card is an access card. As a student, you can enter the University with the HiG card, every day between 05.00-24.00. You also have access to the University's general computer rooms.
Library card
You can use the HiG card as a library card if you activate it at the Library. More information in step five.
Copying and printing
There are several public printers in various locations throughout the university campus. You can use your HiG card to access and manage the campus printing services.
Pick up or order your HiG-card
Option 1 - Pick up your card
Collect your HiG card at the Reception. You must be registered in Ladok and be able to identify yourself in order to collect the card. The reception is located at the main entrance.
Option 2 - Order your card
Order your HiG card at etools.hig.se, there you log in with your user account and password. You must be registered in Ladok to order your card. The HiG card is sent home to your population registration address. Estimated processing time is 1-3 days and postage.
Contact
Please contact the reception if you have questions about the HiG card.
E-mail: vaxel@hig.se
Phone: 026-64 85 00
Högskolan i Gävle
www.hig.se
Box 801 76 GÄVLE
026-64 85 00 (växel)
www.hig.se
Box 801 76 GÄVLE
026-64 85 00 (växel)