Department of Library & Information Sciences

The Department of Library & Information Sciences at Sarhad University of Science & IT is dedicated to excellence in information management education, offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs. With a focus on knowledge organization, digital libraries, information retrieval, and data management, the department equips students with the skills needed to manage and disseminate information in both traditional and digital environments. Students benefit from a rich academic environment, experienced faculty, and hands-on training in modern library systems and technologies. The curriculum combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, preparing students to navigate the evolving landscape of information science. Through research, internships, and strong industry and institutional linkages, the Department of Library & Information Sciences prepares graduates for meaningful careers in libraries, archives, research centers, academic institutions, and information-driven organizations—locally and globally.

The Department envisions a society in which library and information professionals design and manage systems and services that benefit individuals, groups, communities and organizations.

To educate, empower, and transform the lives of LIS students with an educational foundation that addresses the theories, history, ethics, values and technologies associated with the information professions.