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Master of Library and Information Science

Program Overview

Master of Library and Information science is a one year program that trains students in managing library resources using both traditional methods and modern digital tools. It covers cataloguing, digital databases, and library automation to support information services in various settings. This program is basically pursued by the student who wish to build their careers in the field of library science. The students are trained to undertake instruction, research and service-oriented programmes that require current emerging information and market requirements.

1 Year

Duration of program

PG

Level of Study

Faculty Overview

Master of Library and Information science is a one year program that trains students in managing library resources using both traditional methods and modern digital tools. It covers cataloguing, digital databases, and library automation to support information services in various settings. This program is basically pursued by the student who wish to build their careers in the field of library science. The students are trained to undertake instruction, research and service-oriented programmes that require current emerging information and market requirements.

1 Year

Duration of program

PG

Level of Study

Key Highlights

Training in library organization and management

Use of modern digital tools and library automation systems

Cataloguing and classifying resources

Access and management of digital databases and online resources

Focus on information retrieval and user services

HOW WILL YOU BENEFIT

Gain in-depth understanding of advanced concepts in library and information science.

Build strong ICT and digital library skills essential in today’s digital era.

Acquire research skills (bibliometrics, scientometrics, information retrieval).

Become a leader in information management in the knowledge society.

WHAT WILL YOU STUDY

  • Knowledge Mastery – Demonstrate advanced understanding of library and information science theories, principles, and practices.
  • Research & Inquiry Skills– Apply research methods, statistical tools, and critical thinking to address issues in LIS and generate new knowledge.
  • ICT & Digital Proficiency– Utilize modern ICT applications, digital libraries, databases, and information retrieval systems effectively.
  • Information Services Competence– Deliver specialized, user-centered, and innovative information services across diverse sectors.
  • Leadership & Management – Plan, organize, and manage libraries, archives, and information centers with strategic and administrative efficiency.
  • Ethics & Social Responsibility– Practice professional ethics, promote information literacy, and contribute to building an informed, knowledge-based society.
  • Lifelong Learning & Employability – Engage in continuous learning and adapt to emerging trends in librarianship, digital scholarship, and knowledge management.
  • Global Perspective– Understand international trends, open access initiatives, and the role of libraries in a global information society.
  • Advanced Information Organization Design and implement systems for classification, cataloguing, metadata creation, indexing, and digital knowledge organization.
  • Library & Information Technology Skills Apply modern ICT tools, library automation software, digital library platforms, and database management systems for efficient information services.
  • Digital & Research Competence Develop digital libraries, institutional repositories, and conduct LIS research using quantitative and qualitative methods, bibliometrics, and scientometrics.
  • Information Retrieval & User-Centered Services Provide specialized reference services, advanced search strategies, information literacy training, and user education programs.
  • Policy, Management & Leadership Formulate library policies, manage human and information resources, and demonstrate leadership in knowledge organizations.
  • Advanced Knowledge – Demonstrate in-depth understanding of information organization, knowledge management, and information retrieval systems.
  • Research Competence – Conduct research in library and information science, applying scientific methods and statistical tools.
  • ICT Proficiency – Develop and manage digital libraries, institutional repositories, databases, and library automation systems.
  • Policy & Leadership – Contribute to library policies, planning, and leadership in knowledge organizations.
  • Innovation & Problem Solving – Apply critical thinking and innovative practices to solve complex information challenges.
  • Global & Social Relevance – Engage with emerging trends (open access, e-resources, knowledge society) and promote lifelong learning.

CURRICULUM

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  • Foundations of Library and Information Science
  • Information Sources, Systems and Services
  • Information Processing and Retrieval (Theory)
  • Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Libraries
  • Library Management
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  • Information Processing and Retrieval (Practice)
  • Research Methodology
  • Digital Libraries and Library Automation
  • Knowledge Organization: Cataloguing and Classification (Practice)
  • Project Work / Dissertation / Viva Voce

CAREERS AND EMPLOYBILITY


Library Automation Specialist

Technical Assistant in Information Centers

Archivist Assistant

Information Services Assistant

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Bachelor’s in any discipline.

With a minimum of 50% aggregate.