Program Details

Library & Information Technology (Flexible Participation Option) School: Langara College Faculty: Career Programs Degree: Diploma ; Online Field of Study: Library Science/Librarianship Description: Langara College’s Library & Information Technology Program gives graduates access to a wide variety of jobs in both hands-on interaction with people and in behind-the-scenes technical services. The library field is for those who love working with the public, organizing information, and are committed to lifelong learning. Our two-year (four term) Library & Information Technology Diploma Program is recognized across Canada and has been developed in accordance with the Canadian Library Association Guidelines for the Education of Library Technicians in Canada. The flexible participation option is a distance education option for students in the Library & Information Technology program. Selected courses will be offered in each semester (Spring, Summer, and Fall). Flexible Participation Option program students must have a minimum participation of 3 LIBR credits (one course) in each of two semesters annually, including their first two terms of studies. Students may take up to 16 program credits in any semester. A limited selection of courses will be offered in each semester. There is no guarantee that a specific course will be offered in any specific semester or year. Students who wish to complete the diploma within three years are advised to take courses in the semester in which they are scheduled. Website: Library & Information Technology (Flexible Participation Option) at Langara College Length: 2 Year(s) Careers: 3 career(s) Admission Requirements Prerequisites: Completion of BC Grade 12 or equivalent, or be 19 years of age or older. Applicants must also have one of the following: LET with a minimum level 3; LPI with a minimum 26 on the essay and one of 5 in English usage, 5 in sentence structure, or 10 in reading comprehension; BC English 12 or equivalent with a minimum 80%; BC English Literature 12 with a minimum 80%; a university-level English or Communications course for which Langara awards transfer credit, with a minimum 'C-'; or an 'S' in one of ENGL 1107, 1108, or 1110. Additional Admission Requirements: Letter(s) of Reference * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.