Introduction
In line with the HEC Undergraduate Policy 2023, the Department has designed a BS-LIS (4-Year) Program. Now, keeping in view the market demand, we offer the Diploma in Library and Information Science (DLIS) program, which has been selected/extracted from the existing BS (LIS) Program. This new program aims to prepare semi-professional manpower in accordance with current market needs.
ASSESSMENT COMPONENTS AND CRITERIA
The assessment components (assignment, workshop, quiz, and final exam) and criteria of the program are the same as of BS (LIS) program.
INTERNSHIP (Field Experience)
Internship in a reputed organization/library is a mandatory requirement for the award of DLIS. The students are required to complete the internship of two weeks during/after the 2nd semester with LIS Department’s prior permission. The host organization/library on successful completion of the internship will award a certificate of completion to the students. The internship guidelines and internship application form for MLIS program available under Downloads at AIOU website can also be used for this program.
CONTACT PERSON/COORDINATOR
Mr. Muhammad Jawwad, Lecturer, Department of Library and Information Sciences, Block 6, Allama Iqbal Open University, H-8, Islamabad. Phone: 051-9576431. Email: muhammad_jawwad@aiou.edu.pk
Selection Process
An applicant having intermediate/higher secondary school pass certificate with any subject(s) from any recognized institution is eligible for admission. Admission will be offered twice in a year in both semesters (Spring and Autumn).
There is no merit and age determination. All students who fulfill the above criteria will be given admission. Interested candidates are advised to follow the admission procedure as laid down by the AIOU. For this purpose, visit AIOU website <https://aiou.edu.pk>.
Mode of Delivery
This program is offered in Open Distance Learning (ODL) mode using Learning Management System (LMS).
Medium of Instruction
- Semester: 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- Semester: 2
|
SrNo |
Course Code |
Course Title |
Cr. Hrs. |
Marks |
|
1 |
9202 |
Introduction to Library and Information Professions |
3 |
100 |
|
2 |
9206 |
Collection Development and Management |
3 |
100 |
|
3 |
9208 |
Classification and Subject Headings |
3 |
100 |
|
4 |
9210 |
Integrated Library Automation Systems |
3 |
100 |
|
5 |
9230 |
Information Literacy Instruction |
3 |
100 |
|
Sr# |
Course Code |
Course Title |
Cr. Hrs. |
Marks |
|
6 |
9209 |
Cataloguing and RDA |
3 |
100 |
|
7 |
9211 |
Library Public Services |
3 |
100 |
|
8 |
9215 |
Communication Skills for Information Professionals |
3 |
100 |
|
9 |
9222 |
Archives, Records, and Information Management |
3 |
100 |
|
10 |
9226 |
Research Methodology in Library and Information Science |
3 |
100 |