Library and Information Management

Bachelor's degree

In Wrexham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Wrexham (Wales)

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Why choose this course? As a library and information professional, you will develop the in-depth knowledge of library and information services essential in a profession revitalised by the digital age and high-level skills in the organisation, management and retrieval of information using current and developing technologies.   Forced by the rapid pace of technological change, there are few industries and employment sectors in which information (knowledge) and information systems do not play a major role.  Consequently, graduates with information-based and related skills are at a premium in the marketplace.   The programme has a strong practical component in modern librarianship and equips students with a variety of professionally relevant skills.   Students will gain an understanding of the principles of information science and how these inform the design, implementation and evaluation of library and information services.

Facilities

Location

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Wrexham
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Mold Road, LL11 2AW

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Management
  • IT Management
  • Skills and Training
  • Design
  • Information Systems
  • Systems

Course programme

  • Supported by the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP), CyMAL (Museums, Archives and Libraries Wales) and the Society of Chief Librarians (Wales).
  • Both courses are accredited by CILIP – successful completion of an accredited course will help you get professional posts in the UK and across the world.
  • Unique block residential teaching – spend two weeks per semester here and learn flexibly in-between through our innovative e-learning tools.
  • Guest lectures from library and information management professionals.
  • Developed in partnership with employers – put academic theory into practice in the workplace.
  • Innovative delivery methods through internet and social media.
  • Field trips and visits to libraries and museums.
  • There are opportunities to work with other university departments and this practical approach brings theory to practice alive.

As a library and information professional you hold a critical role. As well as managing information and training others to use information effectively, you need to evaluate information quality and care for users’ needs. You need to be flexible, adaptable and have the ability to manage change innovatively, imaginatively and proactively.

The Library and Information Practice foundation degree is a specialised course designed specifically to equip you with the standard of knowledge and technical competence essential to modern librarianship and information-service delivery.

It will give you valuable skills in information technology, teamwork and communication. The environment in which the 21st century library professional works is a focus throughout. You’ll be encouraged to reflect on the legal, ethical and social responsibilities of your work and decision making.

Year 1 (Level 4)

Modules

  • Customer Relationship Management in Library and Information Services
  • Information and Knowledge Management
  • Information as a Core Product
  • Design and Delivery of Library and Information Services

Year 2 (Level 5)

Modules

  • Key Management Skills for the Library and Information Professional
  • Multimedia Information Systems and Digital Libraries
  • Libraries 2.0
  • Library Events Management and Training

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

Library and Information Management

Price on request