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Course Details

MODE

Full time

DURATION

24 Months

Master of Science (M.Sc) in Library and Information Science is a full-time two-year postgraduate course offered by the Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata. This is a two-year advanced programme in Library and Information Science, with special emphasis on applications of information technology. On successful completion of this programme, a student will be able to pursue an academic career or take up responsible positions in various private and public sector organisations in the Library and Information fields. The objectives of this programme are to develop manpower capable of:

effectively and efficiently working as information professionals at higher levels in libraries and information centres;
design and development of information system
contributing to the discipline of Library and Information Science in terms of research and teaching.

Eligibility Criteria

The minimum qualification for admission to the M.S. program is a Bachelors's degree in any discipline from a recognized Indian or foreign university (obtained after a minimum of 12+3 years of education).

Admission Details

The selection of candidates for the M.S. program will be based on academic records and the performance of the candidate in an all-India written entrance test and interview. There is no tuition fee for the program and all eligible students will receive a stipend.