191806 v.6 Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies

Introduction

This course is for graduates who wish to gain a professional level qualification in the filed of librarianship. Students are introduced to professional principles, attitudes and practice.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A three year bachelor degree in another discipline or a four year honours degree in another 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 as is access to a Microsoft Windows operating system.

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 three week 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.

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.