Overview
Program Curriculum
Admission Requirements
Transferability
Career Opportunities
Information Sessions
Flexible Participation
Admission Requirements
Please refer to the information regarding general requirements for Admission and Application to Langara College programs.
Academic Requirements
- Completion of BC Grade 12 or equivalent, or be 19 years of age or older.
- 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.
Program Requirements
- Good knowledge of the English language and the ability to speak and write clearly and correctly.
- Testing that includes completion of several short essays that provide evidence of good written communication skills and familiarity with the library community and field, and a filing activity that demonstrates an aptitude for following written rules and performing typical library procedures.
- An interview conducted by program faculty in which the student's communication skills and knowledge of the library and information field will be assessed.
- Two current letters of reference attesting to the student's abilities in an academic or employment setting.
- Demonstrated emotional maturity and an affinity for working with people.
- All students in the Library and Information Technology Program must complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) prior to initial registration. Practicum agencies require evidence of a satisfactory Criminal Record Review. If students have a criminal conviction, they are directed to contact the Criminal Records Review Program with the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Security Programs Division with regard to specific questions involving criminal convictions.
Program Preferences
- Minimum keyboard speed of 30 wpm is strongly recommended.
- Familiarity with basic computer operations (file management, document creation, etc.) is strongly recommended.
Documents Required for Application Evaluation
(Applications will not be considered until all documents have been received.)
- Completed application for admission.
- Official transcript(s).
- Two current letters of reference.
- LET or LPI scores (if applicable).
Please refer to the program application dates in the Application Information section on this website.
Program Notes
- On a space-available basis, students may be considered for admission to the program for studies on a part-time basis. A minimum commitment of two core program (LIBR) courses and one support course per term is required for consideration for this status.
