Department of Library and Information Science

Welcome to the Department of Library and Information Science at KIIT Deemed to be University. Our department is dedicated to educating future leaders in the field of library and information science. We prepare students to excel in managing libraries, archives, information centers, and beyond, with an intense focus on advanced research and practical training. Our expert faculty members are committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment where students can develop skills in information organization, management, retrieval, and digital librarianship. Join us and embark on a rewarding journey to shape the future of information professions.

Mission

Our mission is to produce dynamic professionals in library and information science who can lead and manage sustainable modern libraries with the acquired knowledge, skills, and technological competencies. We are highly committed to providing a kind of learning environment that can foster creativity, critical thinking, and innovation in the minds of the students.

Vision

Our vision is to be a premier destination for individuals seeking to pursue careers in library and information science, recognized for our commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement. We aspire to be a hub of intellectual inquiry and collaboration, shaping the future of information professions.

Why Choose Library and Information Science?

One can access information from a variety of sources, including printed books, e-books, printed journals, e-journals, newspapers, television, social networking sites, mobile devices, and the open web. The skills, preparedness, and capability to acquire and process information in organized and systematic ways offer golden opportunities to students who want to take up the challenging job of information management and control. The trained post-graduates can get opportunities to be appointed in museums, multinational companies, industries and manufacturing units, cultural organizations, public libraries, and academic libraries, among others, in prestigious positions.

Job opportunities, including

  • Public Librarian
  • Patent librarian
  • Web librarian
  • Media manager
  • Archivist
  • Preservation administrator
  • Academic librarian
  • Medical information specialist
  • System analyst and designer
  • Museum librarian
  • Metadata librarian
  • Information scientist
  • Technical services specialist.
  • Electronic resources librarian & many more

Academic Programmes

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

This 80-credit program can be completed in four semesters of full-time study in two years. The M.Lib.I.Sc. syllabus developed and designed by KIIT covers all advanced aspects and current trends of librarianship, keeping in view the management of sustainable libraries and libraries of the future. In the final semester, students will undergo an internship to gain hands-on practice in classification, cataloging, metadata creation, digital preservation, information storage and retrieval, and effective management of modern libraries and information centers.

Eligibility  :  Any Graduate (B.A., B.Sc., B.Com.,etc.) including BBA, BCA, B-Tech, etc., from a recognized university (Candidates appearing in the final examination are also eligible to apply).

Doctor of Philosophy(Ph.D.)

This program offers opportunities for the research scholars to carry on research on different topics of interest and to come out with solid findings that could immensely help in further research, teaching, policy making, and administration with practical and social implications. Research scholars are encouraged to conduct original research and produce significant findings on the topic of information behavior, social information systems, use of electronic resources, bibliometrics studies, information management and control, user studies, latest trends in information communication technologies, and other key areas of library and information science.

Eligibility  :  Candidates who have secured a minimum of 55% marks in Master of Library and Information Science from a recognized university.

Facilities

  • Extensive Collection: Students can access a diverse collection of books, journals, periodicals, databases, and multimedia resources covering various fields of library and information science, as well as related disciplines.

  • Hands-on Learning: Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a digital Library, computer lab, specialized software, and multimedia resources, enabling hands-on experience in cataloging, metadata creation, digital preservation, and information retrieval. Additionally, access to high-speed internet to support research and coursework.

  • Internship and Career Support: We offer internship placements, career counseling, and networking opportunities with leading organizations, libraries, archives, and information centers, helping students gain practical experience

  • Seminars and Conferences: We regularly conduct International Conferences, Seminars, Workshops, Librarians’ Development Programme and other training programs for the knowledge upgradation of the professionals on the latest technological developments and trends in the field.