191806 v.6 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
A three-year bachelor degree in any discipline or a four-year honours degree in any discipline. 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 Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 11210 | v.5 | Information Design 503 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12160 | v.8 | Library and Information Services Management 513 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12442 | v.4 | Information Management Technologies 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12443 | v.4 | Reference Services 511 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12159 | v.6 | Knowledge Management Principles 533 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12444 | v.4 | Collection Management 512 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12445 | v.5 | Resource Description and Access 514 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12446 | v.5 * | Information Theory and Research 502 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
* This unit includes professional work experience for a total of three weeks full-time.
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2012 | 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.
