191806 v.5 Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies
GradDipInfoLibStds(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 003942G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year
Introduction
This course is for graduates without a professional level qualification in librarianship who wish to obtain such a qualification. Students are introduced to professional principles, attitudes and skills.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Any degree except a recognised professional-level degree course in library studies. As the course is heavily dependent on computer skills, applicants should develop competency in word-processing, and use of Internet browser software before commencement of the course.
Specific Requirements
Regular and reliable Internet access is required.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study. External study is also available.
Course Organisation
A fieldwork component, taken during the inter-semester break, allows students to put into practice, in a supervised work environment, the theory gained during the first semester. Fieldwork placements are also arranged for external students.
Professional Recognition
Graduates are eligible for associate membership of the Australian Library and Information Association.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials. Students may incur a cost for personal Internet access.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 11210 | v.4 | Information Studies 503 - Information Design | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12160 | v.7 | Information Studies 513 - Library and Information Services Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12442 | v.3 | Information Studies 501 - Information Management Technologies | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12443 | v.3 | Information Studies 511 - Information Provision | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| 12159 | v.5 | Information Studies 533 - Knowledge Management Principles | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12444 | v.3 | Information Studies 512 - Collection Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12445 | v.4 | Information Studies 514 - Information Organisation | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12446 | v.4 | # | Information Studies 502 - Information Theory and Research | 2.0 | 25.0 |
| 100.0 | |||||
| # | This unit includes professional work experience for a total of 150 hours. | ||||
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2007 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2007 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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