Ajk · Azad Jammu & Kashmir
Kashmir Public Science College
Near College Ground Abbaspur, District Poonch, AJK
Phone: 05824-452098
Email: kpscabbaspur@gmail.com, mabidayub59@gmail.com
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Associate Degree in Library & Information Sciences
Department of Library & Information Sciences · Ajk, Azad Jammu & Kashmir
2 years 4 semesters 69 credit hours Maximum 4 years
Program overview
The Associate Degree in Library & Information Sciences is a two-year program that provides foundational knowledge and skills for managing and organizing information resources in libraries and information centers. The curriculum includes library classification, cataloging, reference services, information retrieval, digital libraries, and the use of library software and technology. Students learn how to manage both physical and digital collections, support research needs, and facilitate access to information. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles such as library assistants, information clerks, catalogers, and documentation officers in schools, colleges, universities, public libraries, and information centers.
Eligibility
- Candidates holding an Intermediate certificate with at least 45% marks, or A-Levels with an equivalency certificate from IBCC Islamabad, or an equivalent certificate from a recognized institution, are eligible to apply.
- Candidates need to pass an entry test or an aptitude interview conducted by the University.
Documents required
- Matric DMC and Secondary School Certificate
- Intermediate DMC & Provisional Certificate, and Higher Secondary School Certificate
- Equivalency Certificate from IBCC (For A Level/Other than BISE students)
- Applicant CNIC / Form B
- Father/Guardian CNIC
- Domicile
- 04 Recent Passport size Photographs (Light Blue Background)
- NOC from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)
- Original Transcript from previous University (for Migration/Transfer Cases)
Program Objectives and Program Outcomes
Fee Structure
|
Program Duration (Years) |
2 |
|
No. of Semesters |
4 |
|
Admission Fee (One Time) |
5,000 |
|
Sem Enrollment/ Exam Fee |
10,000 |
|
Tuition Fee (Per Sem) |
15,000 |
|
Security (Refundable) |
5,000 |
|
Sem-1 Fee |
35,000 |
|
Sem-2 Fee |
25,000 |
|
Sem-3 Fee |
25,000 |
|
Sem-4 Fee |
25,000 |
|
Total Program Fee |
110,000 |
Fees are subject to university policy and may be revised. Please confirm the current payable amount with the Distance Learning Directorate or your selected center.
Scheme of study
Explore the courses included in each semester of this program.
Semester 17 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| GS 123 | Islamic Studies (only for Muslims) | 2-0 |
| GS 141 | Value, Ethics & Society (only for Non-Muslims) | 2-0 |
| GE 112 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3-0 |
| ENG 101 | Functional Communication | 3-0 |
| LIS 101 | Information Library & Society | 3-0 |
| LIS 122 | Introduction to Classification | 3-0 |
| LIS 124 | Introduction to Cataloguing | 3-0 |
Semester 26 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| GS 103 | Ecosystem | 3-0 |
| IT 107 | Applications of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) | 2-1 |
| MA 100 | Mathematics-I (Pre-Calculus) | 3-0 |
| LIS 109 | Management of Library & Information Center | 3-0 |
| LIS 107 | Evaluation of Libraries & Information Sources | 3-0 |
| LIS 105 | Basic References to Information Sources | 3-0 |
Semester 38 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| GE 202 | Civics and Community Engagement | 2-0 |
| GE 201 | Ideology and Constitution of Pakistan | 2-0 |
| MA 310 | Introduction to Statistics | 3-0 |
| LIS 202 | User Services in Libraries | 3-0 |
| LIS 204 | Introduction to Publishing & Book Trade | 3-0 |
| LIS 206 | Information Storage & Retrieval | 3-0 |
| QT 101 | Understanding of Holy Quran-I (only for Muslims) | 0-1 |
| MR 101 | Minority Rights in the Constitution of Pakistan-I (only for Non-Muslims) | 1-0 |
Semester 46 courses
| Course code | Course title | Credit hours |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 270 | Entrepreneurship | 3-0 |
| ENG 209 | Academic Writing | 3-0 |
| GS 324 | Sociology | 3-0 |
| LIS 208 | Bibliographic Control | 3-0 |
| LIS 210 | Use of Emerging Technologies in Library | 3-0 |
| GS 128 | Pakistan Studies | 2-0 |
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