Bharathiar University Coimbatore
- University
- Co - Education
- ESTD 1982
- State University
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Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc)
Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc)
Course
Bharathiar University Coimbatore offers a postgraduate degree in library science, Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc). Those who seek admission to the course preferred to have a bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science or a general degree or equivalent from a recognized university. The course incorporates the advanced level of study relating to the practice and principles of information and library science. The topics such as insights of IT science and library management skills are introduced to the students. Bharathiar University curriculum includes topics like collection management, research method, statistics, database management, preservation, information system & technology, classification and cataloging, reference, information architecture, and knowledge management, etc. The practical and theoretical learning included in the course augments the essential skills required to work as a librarian. After the successful completion of the course, the student would be able to develop and design systems that organize knowledge. The course has some specializations and students could choose any specializations as per priorities; they are academic librarian, deputy librarian, teacher librarian, junior/assistant librarian, librarian, electronic resources librarian, and so on. There are an abundance of opportunities with eye catching salaries for those who have passed M.Lib.I.Sc, and are deputy librarian, librarian, junior/assistant librarian, teacher librarian, librarian, electronic resources librarian, and much more.
Duration: 2 years
Eligibility
Candidates must pass Graduation from a recognized University
Higher Studies
The students could opt for higher studies like,
- MPhil
- PhD
Career Prospects
The career roles for the PG degree holders are as follows:
- Deputy librarian
- Librarian
- Junior Assistant Librarian
- Teacher Librarian
- Librarian
- Electronic resources librarian
