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PG DEGREE PROGRAM

Master of Library & Information Science (M.Lib. & I.Sc.)

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University · Indore, Madhya Pradesh

Degree Level
PG Program
Course Duration
1 Year
Study Mode
Full-Time Campus
Statutory Approvals
UGC Recognized

Program Overview

The Master of Library & Information Science (M.Lib. & I.Sc.) is an advanced 1-year postgraduate degree designed to cultivate visionary directors of library networks, chief information managers, and research data curators.

The program emphasizes digital library architectures, semantic web technologies, ontology, research data management, scientometrics & informetrics, cloud-based institutional repositories, and national information policies. Scholars undertake specialized dissertation research addressing contemporary information challenges in the era of Artificial Intelligence and big data.

Program Highlights & Pillars

  • Advanced curriculum covering cloud libraries, semantic web, and research data management.
  • Specialized training in scientometrics, citation analysis, and institutional repository building.
  • Independent master's dissertation under experienced research faculty guidance.
  • Strategic leadership and fiscal management of modern multi-campus library networks.

Career Horizons & Industry Roles

  • Chief Librarian / University Librarian / Head of Library Services
  • Senior Information Officer & Documentation Director
  • Data Curator & Digital Repository Architect in Research Councils
  • Faculty / Academician in Library and Information Science

Eligibility Criteria & Admission Norms

Bachelor of Library & Information Science (B.Lib. & I.Sc.) with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

Official UGC Recognized Degree
Approved by apex statutory councils: AICTE, PCI, UGC & MP Govt.
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