Please note: The term ‘IBA Archive’ incorporates the Independent Television Authority (ITA), Independent Broadcasting Authority (IBA) and Cable Authority (CA) archives.
Below is a copy of the IBA Archive catalogue database in PDF format. You can browse through it or narrow down your search using Ctrl+F on the keyboard of a computer or tablet, or by using the "Find in Page" function on your smartphone.
If you are having difficulty accessing the database, please contact us on ArchivesandSpecialCollections@bournemouth.ac.uk or use the Chat function on the Library website.
Appointments to view material from the IBA archive can be booked through the same email address with a minimum of 10 working days notice. You will also need to complete the request form and sign the terms and conditions of access which can be downloaded below.
CORONAVIRUS - Library services update: Whilst BU Libraries are open to BU students and staff, access to Archives and Special Collections materials is currently limited and being reviewed on a case by case basis. Access to external visitors is not permitted until further notice; see here for the latest updates. Email requests to access will be logged and you will be notified when we are able to facilitate physical access to the material.