Master of Library Science (M.Lib.)- 2 Years

The Master of Library Science (M.Lib.) is a 2-year postgraduate programme designed to develop advanced professional, technological and research competencies in Library & Information Science.

The programme moves beyond basic librarianship and develops advanced competencies in:

• Advanced Library Management
• Information Science
• Knowledge Organization
• Advanced Classification
• Advanced Cataloguing
• Library Automation
• Digital Libraries
• Institutional Repositories
• Information Retrieval
• Bibliographic Databases
• Research Methodology
• Statistical Analysis
• Bibliometrics and Scientometrics
• Scholarly Communication
• Knowledge Management
• E-Resources Management
• Digital Preservation
• Library Networking
• Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
• Information Literacy
• Research Data Management

Programme Details

Programme Name: Master of Library Science.

Abbreviation: M.Lib. / M.Lib.I.Sc.*

Duration: 2 Years.

Structure: 4 Semesters.

Level: Postgraduate.

Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree / B.Lib. or as prescribed by the university.

Academic Approach: NEP 2020-oriented.

Learning Method: Theory + Practical + Internship + Research.

Major Area: Library & Information Science.

Programme Objectives

The M.Lib. programme aims to:

1. Develop advanced knowledge of Library and Information Science.
2. Develop professional competence in library planning and administration.
3. Develop advanced classification and cataloguing skills.
4. Develop expertise in library automation and ICT.
5. Develop competency in digital library development and management.
6. Train students in information retrieval and information services.
7. Develop research methodology and data-analysis skills.
8. Introduce bibliometrics, scientometrics and research analytics.
9. Develop expertise in electronic-resource management.
10. Develop knowledge-management competencies.
11. Introduce AI and emerging technologies in library services.
12. Develop scholarly communication and research-support skills.
13. Develop leadership and professional communication.
14. Promote innovation and entrepreneurship in information services.
15. Prepare students for advanced professional and research careers.