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Advanced Diploma in Library and Information Science at Durban University of Technology

Durban University of Technology, South Africa

Programme overview

A one-year NQF level 7 advanced diploma (code ADLIS1) at Ritson Campus giving an intensive, applied specialisation in library and information science. It covers digital information management, research methods and emerging technologies and prepares graduates for library leadership roles and master's study.

Faculty: Faculty of Accounting and Informatics  |  Department: Department of Information Systems  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

Semester 1: Information and Communication Technologies 4, Organisation and Representation of Information 4, Records Management, and Preservation and Conservation in Libraries. Semester 2: Advanced Literature Studies, Digitization in Libraries, Knowledge Management and Research Methodology.

Career pathways

Leadership roles in public, academic and special libraries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Diploma or Diploma in Library and Information Studies, or an equivalent qualification in a cognate field at NQF level 6.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://onlineapps.dut.ac.za/

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