Bachelor of
Library and Information Science
About the Program
The Bachelor of Library and Information Science program is crafted to impart students with knowledge and skills in the theories and concepts of library and information services, encompassing basic principles and fundamental laws of library science. The program aims to train students in library management, effective librarianship techniques, and information system management for enhanced organization and utilization of information resources.
Program Educational Objectives
Three to five years after graduation, the graduates are expected to:
- Attain expertise in librarianship profession.
- Earn leadership status among peers in the profession or the industry.
- Demonstrate competence in Information Technology and Research.
Student Outcomes
By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall have the ability to:
- Select, evaluate, organize and disseminate print, multimedia and digital information resources;
- Demonstrate proficient oral and written communication skills; and uses a variety of communication methods in a manner that enables the message to be understood;
- Demonstrate logical and systematic approaches to the accomplishment of tasks. Formulate objectives, policies and processes as well as design and manage resources in anticipation of future educational or organizational changes;
- Formulate objectives, policies and processes as well as design and manage resources in anticipation of future educational or organizational changes;
- Recognize, analyze and constructively solve problems, providing appropriate direction and assistance when necessary as well as overcome barriers;
- Identify users needs and wants through reference interviews, customer surveys, complaint logs and other means in order to evaluate the effectiveness of current services and improve these and other practices;
- Demonstrate ability to work well with groups and seek ways to build team efforts to solve problems and achieve common goals;
- Demonstrate understanding library鈥檚 automation system and the uses of computer hardware and software peripherals, including online collaboration tools, the internet, the world wide web, and social networking sites;
- Develops simple information technology solutions (e.g. library automation system, website, etc.;
- Conduct significant research projects that will benefit the library and the organization;
- Evaluate and debate information policy (e.g. copyright law, plagiarism, cybercrimes, etc.) and ethical issues applicable in local, national or global context; and
- Participate in continuing education activities organized by library associations and entities.