Programme Details
This programme focuses on library management and research in libraries and information centers. The programme provides and imparts students with library core competencies and skills, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and Research and Analytics. The delivery methods consist of lectures, fieldwork, and Industrial Training.
Entry Requirement
Fulfill the General Requirement of the University and any other Special Requirement of the Program.
CGPA minimum 2.30 in STPM / Equivalent with Gred C (NGMP 2.00) in three (3) subjects including General Studies/Papers; or
CGPA minimum 2.30 in pre courses UiTM/ PASUM/ Matriculation in three (3) subjects with Gred C (NGMP 2.00); or
CGPA minumum 2.30 in Diploma of information Management or other related Diploma from UiTM; or
CGPA minimum 2.00 in Diploma of Information Management or other related Diploma from UiTM with one (1) year of working experience in related field; or
CGPA minimum 3.00 in related Diploma from other institution recognized by Malaysian government; or
CGPA minimum 2.75 for Diploma in the same field from other institution recognized by the Malaysian government with two (2) years of working experience in related field
and Pass SPM/Equivalent with Credit in Bahasa Malaysia and English and Pass Mathematics/ Additional Mathematics including MUET Level 2
Mode Duration
Full time: 2 years - 3 years
Part time: 4 years - 5 years
Further information, please contact:
Head, Center of Studies Library Management
Tel: 03-79622014
Fax: 03-79622007
CGPA minimum 2.30 in STPM / Equivalent with Gred C (NGMP 2.00) in three (3) subjects including General Studies/Papers; or
CGPA minimum 2.30 in pre courses UiTM/ PASUM/ Matriculation in three (3) subjects with Gred C (NGMP 2.00); or
CGPA minumum 2.30 in Diploma of information Management or other related Diploma from UiTM; or
CGPA minimum 2.00 in Diploma of Information Management or other related Diploma from UiTM with one (1) year of working experience in related field; or
CGPA minimum 3.00 in related Diploma from other institution recognized by Malaysian government; or
CGPA minimum 2.75 for Diploma in the same field from other institution recognized by the Malaysian government with two (2) years of working experience in related field
and Pass SPM/Equivalent with Credit in Bahasa Malaysia and English and Pass Mathematics/ Additional Mathematics including MUET Level 2
Mode Duration
Full time: 2 years - 3 years
Part time: 4 years - 5 years
Further information, please contact:
Head, Center of Studies Library Management
Tel: 03-79622014
Fax: 03-79622007
Core courses
• ICT APPLICATION IN LIS
• DIGITAL REFERENCE SERVICES
• INTRO TO WEB DEVELOPMENT AND LIBRARY PORTAL
• OI I: RESOURCE DESCRIPTION AND DISCOVERY
• KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
• OI II: SUBJECT ANALYSIS AND ACCESS TO INFORMATION
• DIGITAL PUBLISHING
• INFORMATION SOURCES AND SERVICES
• LIBRARIES AND MEDIA CENTERS MANAGEMENT
• PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
• DIGITAL LIBRARIES
• LIBRARY ANALYTICS AND METRICS
• RESEARCH METHODS IN LIS
• INDEPENDENT STUDY
• DIGITAL REFERENCE SERVICES
• INTRO TO WEB DEVELOPMENT AND LIBRARY PORTAL
• OI I: RESOURCE DESCRIPTION AND DISCOVERY
• KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT
• OI II: SUBJECT ANALYSIS AND ACCESS TO INFORMATION
• DIGITAL PUBLISHING
• INFORMATION SOURCES AND SERVICES
• LIBRARIES AND MEDIA CENTERS MANAGEMENT
• PUBLIC RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
• DIGITAL LIBRARIES
• LIBRARY ANALYTICS AND METRICS
• RESEARCH METHODS IN LIS
• INDEPENDENT STUDY
Career Prospect
Graduates will have the opportunity to work in libraries and information centers as:• Data Librarians
• Research Librarians• Web Contents Librarians
• Data Scientists
• Data Steward
Accreditation
Program Learning Outcomes (PLO)
- Apply fundamental knowledge and understanding of library and information science in addressing issues and challenges in the profession.
- Evaluate scientifically and critical ideas, opinions, and solutions related to issues and problems in library and information science.
- Construct users centered library and information products based on research approaches.
- Demonstrate social skills and responsibilities for the well-being of the society.
- Demonstrate effective communication with members of diversities.
- Apply information and digital technologies professionally for communication, analysis or providing solutions to stakeholders.
- Apply basic algorithm and statistical techniques in constructing information products in accordance to the standards of information science.
- Lead, engage and make decision skillfully and responsibly with team members and stakeholders.
- Demonstrate self-independence, commitment, honesty in societal and professional engagement
- Integrate entrepreneurial and managerial skills in addressing library management challenges and explore possible opportunities.
- Demonstrate ethics and professionalism (according to standards of conducts and moral values of personal, societal, organizational, national and global).