Diploma in Library & Information Services
- Level
- Diploma(MNQF Level 5)
- Duration
- 1 year(2 Semesters)
- Modes
- Available Modes (Full-Time)
- Course Fee
- Course FeeMVR 7,335
SUMMARY
- previous Intake
- February Intake 2025
- Campus
- Male' (Full-Time)
previous Intake
Overview
A golden opportunity to be a professional librarian The Diploma in Library and Information Services aims to prepare students as professionals who would be able to manage and handle work in any type of library. On completion of the course, students gain the knowledge and skills required to work in libraries or to handle large volumes of information in institutions and organizations. As part of this course, students will undertake a supervised work placement where they will be able to apply the skills and knowledge they have learned. It is designed to enhance skills, develop competency and knowledge of the profession and to increase self-confidence. The aim is to prepare students for effective acquaintance of work and practicalities of an actual library atmosphere. The program is now available in block mode and will be covered in one year. The students will be evaluated through take home assignments and end of semester examinations.
Entry Requirements
General Entry
- i) Two passes at GCE AL/HSC or equivalent; OR
- ii) Attainment of a Level 4 qualification in a related field; OR
- iii) Completion of MNU Certificate 4 - Foundation Studies program (any) or equivalent; OR
Alternative Entry
- i) Completion of a level 4 qualification (unrelated) and successful completion of MQA approved University Preparation Program; OR
- ii) 20 years old, completion of secondary school, 2 years of relevant work experience and successful completion of MQA approved University Preparation Program
General Notes
- Entry requirements are indicative. Depending on the sequence and the number of applications received, all qualifying students may not gain entry.
- Circumstances may require the University to defer or cancel some courses, especially when the minimum class size (10 for certificate & diploma courses, 15 for Degrees courses) is not achieved.
- Passes at GCE OL/SSC and HSC is considered to be grades "C" or above and passes at GCE AL is considered to be the grades "E" or above.
Semester 1
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | POL101 Civics (CORE) | Civics | Nil | 15 Civics (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
IST109 Introduction to Library & Information Society (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
IST111 Information Organisation (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
HIS103 20th Century Maldivian History (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,480 3,480 |
Semester 2
| Type | Code | Name | Prerequisites | Credit Points | Fee (MVR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORE | IST117 Library management basics (CORE) | Library management basics | Nil | 15 Library management basics (CORE) (15) (15) | 870 870 |
IST115 Industry Placement (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
DHI113 Dhivehi for Professionals (CORE) | Nil | 870 870 | |||
BIS101 Information Systems (CORE) | Nil | 1,245 1,245 | |||
| Semester Total | 60 | 3,855 3,855 |
| Course Total | 120 CP | Total: 7,335 7,335 |
Fees stated above are tuition fees for local students. Fees for international students is twice the stated fees. All fees are quoted in MVR.
While every reasonable effort has been exerted to ensure the accuracy of the fees published by the Maldives National University, it is important to note that the University reserves the prerogative to modify fees without prior notification, whether prompted by altered circumstances or otherwise. Applicants are hereby alerted to the fact that the outlined plans for various courses (including but not limited to lecturers and terms) as disclosed in the University's publications are indicative of intent. Such representations shall not be construed as constituting a binding offer or covenant for which the University assumes liability. Should you desire to pursue a specific subject as an elective, it is incumbent upon you to verify its availability in the respective term. In the event of any verbal communication from a University representative conflicting with a document officially published by the University, the latter shall be deemed authoritative.
Careers
Can work or lead in school, Corporate or specialist libraries at level IV Civil Service. Easily transferable to various occupations People oriented or information management related fields.