Bachelor of Library Science

Bachelor of Library Science – Course Overview

About the Course:
Bachelor of Library Science, commonly known as B.Lib.Sc. or B.Lib.I.Sc., is a professional programme focused on library management, information organisation and information services. Students learn how to organise, preserve and provide access to both traditional and digital information resources.

Course Duration:
Usually 1 year / 2 semesters, although the duration and structure may vary by Institute/University.

Eligibility:
Generally, candidates need a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Exact marks, subject requirements and admission conditions vary by Institute/University.

Mode of Study:
Regular classroom learning, practical activities, assignments and library-based training. The available study mode varies by Institute/University.

Main Subjects / Areas:

• Library Classification
• Library Cataloguing
• Information Sources and Services
• Library Management
• Digital Libraries
• Information Technology Applications
• Research Methods
• Preservation and Conservation
• Library Automation
• Information Retrieval

Career Scope:
The course prepares students for professional work in academic, public, special, corporate and other information centres. Library professionals may also work with digital information and archival resources.

Job Opportunities:

• Schools and Colleges
• Universities
• Public Libraries
• Research Institutions
• Corporate Libraries
• Special Libraries
• Archives and Museums
• Documentation Centres
• Publishing and Information Organisations 

Common Job Roles:

• Librarian
• Assistant Librarian
• Library Assistant
• Library Information Assistant
• Cataloguer
• Archivist
• Information Assistant
• Documentation Assistant

Higher Study Options:
After completing B.Lib.I.Sc., students can pursue Master of Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.) and later consider research or doctoral studies, subject to university eligibility requirements.