Bachelor of Technology in Library and Information Science
About this programme
The BSc programme in Information Science aims at producing the nation’s library and information science professionals who will be capable of performing middle-level functions in libraries, information and documentation centres.
Entry requirements
To be admitted into BSc in Information Science programme, a candidate must satisfy the following minimum requirements of the University: A. SSSCE Candidates SSSCE Candidates with credit passes (A-D) in Six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects: English language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies, plus any three (3) related elective subjects. B. WASSCE Candidates WASSCE Candidates with credit passes (A1-C6) in Six (6) subjects comprising three (3) core subjects: English language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies, plus any three (3) related elective subjects iii. GCE ‘O’ Level and ‘A’ Levels Graduates: Must have Five (5) C. GCE ‘O’ Level Candidates GCE ‘O’ Level credit passes (grade 6 or better) including English Language and Core Mathematics plus GCE ‘A’ Level passes in any Three (3) related subjects (at least one of the passes should be grade D or better) D. Diploma Holders Holders of Higher Diploma or Diploma in Library and Information Science or its equivalent from any accredited institutions. Entry Level for Higher Diploma holders: Level 300 Entry Level for all Diploma holders with First-Class to Second-Class Lower division is Level 200 E. Mature Applicants Must be 25 years old with legitimate documentary proof which is at least five years old at the time of application. Mature applicants will be admitted at Level 100. Must have at least two years working experience (letter from employer required). Must pass a written examination in English language and Mathematics conducted by the University.
Career prospects
i. Sectors of the economy that could employ graduates of the programme are as follows: Records Department of Hospitals Registry of District and Regional health directorates Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies ii. Graduates of the programme also have the following employment opportunities Getting employment opportunities in Academic, Public, Special, Research and School libraries, NGOs and Business Organisations; Working in Registries, Archives and Documentation Centres; Being innovative, creative, and self-reliant in starting their own businesses in the field of information. (e.g. Information Brokerage) Working in Publishing, Reprographic and Bindery Firms