Course Duration

1 Years

The duration of the Master of Library and Information Science is around 1 year. And during this 1-year course curriculum student gets to learn about various facets of this field.

Eligibility Criteria

Graduation

Students must have completed their bachelor’s degree in the field of library and information sciences to become eligible for this program.

Course Fee

₹ 11,000/-

At IGNOU, the master of library and information science program fee ranges from INR 10,000 to INR 11,000. This fee only covers the tuition fee of the program, it does not include the registration charges, examination fee, and other additional expenses.

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Admission Procedure 2024

To apply for this program candidates must first register themselves at the IGNOU admission website. After successful registration, start filling out the application form by entering all the asked details. Then attach or upload the requested documents in the appropriate size and format. Finally, pay the asked fee and submit the application form. The university then verifies the form and sends an admission confirmation mail after successful verification.

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Syllabus

One gets to learn about various aspects of the library and information science field during the program’s course curriculum.

• ⁃ Methodology of Research and Statistical Techniques
• ⁃ Information Analysis and Repackaging
• ⁃ Advanced Classification Practice
• ⁃ Information Storage and Retrieval
• ⁃ Advanced Cataloguing Practice
• ⁃ Academic Library System
• ⁃ Information and Literature Survey in Social Sciences
• ⁃ Information Technology: Applications

Placements

The online Master of Library and Information Science program opens up new kinds of career opportunities. Some of them are mentioned below:

• ⁃ Academic Librarian
• ⁃ Information Analyst
• ⁃ Researcher
• ⁃ Information Architect
• ⁃ Knowledge Manager
• ⁃ Public Librarian
• ⁃ Technical Writer
• ⁃ Digital Archivist

Study Materials

IGNOU offers its students the choice to access study materials through both print and online mediums. Students can opt for either of these options according to their convenience and preference. If a student chooses to receive printed study materials, they will be required to pay an extra fee in addition to the tuition fee. On the other hand, if a student decides to use the online study material, they can do so at no extra cost.

Classes

IGNOU provides a wide variety of audio and visual resources across multiple platforms to aid students pursuing the Master of Library and Information Science program in their learning. These platforms include broadcasting on DD1 and All India Radio, screening of lectures at study centers, recorded materials available for purchase, as well as live lectures delivered via MOOC platforms like SWAYAM.

Assessments

As part of the Master of Library and Information Sciences course curriculum, students are required to complete various assessments, which consist of two components: assignments and term-end examinations. These components contribute to 30% and 70% of the student's final grade, respectively.

Assignments

Throughout the program, students are given periodic assignments to assess their comprehension of various subjects covered in the curriculum. These assignments contribute 30% towards the final grade of the students.

Term-End Examinations

IGNOU administers the term-end exams biannually, in June and December, which account for 70% of the overall evaluation. Before taking these exams, students must have completed all prior assessment requirements to be eligible.