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Library & Information Technology

Course ID
Library and Information Technology (LIT)
 
B.Sc. (Hons) in Library & Information Technology
 
The B.Sc. (Hons) in Library & Information Technology program is a comprehensive undergraduate degree that equips students with the knowledge and skills to manage information resources, technologies, and services in various settings. This program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, preparing graduates for careers in libraries, archives, museums, and other information organizations.
Key Highlights:
  • Develops expertise in information retrieval, organization, and dissemination
  • Covers emerging technologies, such as digital libraries, data analytics, and information systems
  • Fosters critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Prepares students for leadership roles in information management and technology
  • Offers opportunities for specialization in areas like archives, records management, and knowledge management
This program is ideal for individuals passionate about harnessing the power of information and technology to drive innovation, education, and community development.

Sample courses in the programme:

Course Code

Course Title

Units

Status

LH

PH

EPS 301

Entrepreneurship Studies

2

R

EDU 311

Test and Measurements

2

C

EDU 313

Educational Technology

2

C

EDU 312

Special Methods

2

C

EDU 302

ICT in Education

2

C

EDU 321

Curriculum and Instruction I

2

C

LIS 301

Organisation of knowledge

3

C

LIS 302

Collection Development

2

C

LIS 303

Reference and Information Services

2

C

LIS 304

Technical Services in Libraries & Information Centres

2

C

LIS 305

Introduction to Information Science

2

C

LIS 306

Research and Statistical Methods

3

C

LIS 310

Library and Information Centres Visit

2

C

LIS 307

National and Public Libraries and Information Centre

2

E

LIS 308

School Libraries and Media Resources Centres

2

E

LIS 309

Academic & Special Libraries & Information Centres

2

E

LIS 311

Preservation and Conservation of Information Sources

2

E

Take at least any two (2 units) course

E

LIS 312

Internet and Electronic Libraries

E
               

 

 

Course Code

Course Title

Units

Status

LH

PH

EDU 411

Curriculum and Instruction I

2

C

EDU 412

Special Methods

2

C

EDU 401

Research Project

3

C

EDU 413

Guidance and Counselling

2

C

LIS 403

Indexing and Abstracting

2

C

LIS 404

Automation in Libraries & Information Centres

3

C

LIS 405

Government Publications

2

E

LIS 406

Archives and Records Management

2

E

LIS 407

Publishing and Book Trade

E

LIS 408

Bibliography and Literature of Humanities of the Social Science

2

E

LIS 409

Bibliography and Literature of Humanities

2

E

LIS 410

Bibliography and Literature of Science and Ichnology

2

E

LIS 411

Book Production and Publishing

2

E

LIS 412

Information Network

2

E

LIS 413- 421

Entrepreneurship in Information Services

Take at least any 5 Unit Courses (i.e 10 Units).

2

2

E

Total

34

               

 

Career Prospects:

  1. Librarian
  2. Information Technologist
  3. Archivist
  4. Records Manager
  5. Knowledge Manager
  6. Digital Asset Manager
  7. Information Systems Specialist

Entry requirements

Basic Admission Requirements and Expected Duration of the Programmes

 

Candidates can be admitted into any of the degree programmes in Science by one of the following three ways:

 

  1. The Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
  2. Direct Entry
  3. Inter-University Transfer

 

UTME Entry Mode

The minimum academic requirement is credit level passes in five (5) subjects at O’Level innationally recognised examination including English Language, Mathematics and three other Science subjects which are relevant to the intended programme at not more than two sittings. In addition, an acceptable pass in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) with relevant subject combination is also required for admission into 100 Level.

 

Direct Entry Mode

Candidates seeking admission into a programme in Science through Direct Entry must havepasses at GCE ‘A’ Level/IJMB or its equivalent in a minimum of two (2) Science subjects relevant to the intended programme to be considered for admission into 200 Level. This isin addition to fulfilling the requirement of a minimum of credit level passes in five (5) relevant subjects at ‘O’ Level as indicated above.

 

Inter-University Transfer Mode

Students can transfer into 200-Level courses provided they have the relevant qualifications.Universities are to certify that students meet the minimum requirements for the Inter- University Transfer.

 

Minimum Duration

The minimum duration of science programmes is four (4) academic sessions for candidates whoenter through the UTME Mode. Direct Entry candidates admitted into the 200 level of their programmes will spend a minimum of three (3) academic sessions.

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