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Diploma in Library and Information Studies Faqs

at Open Polytechnic · New Zealand

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About this program

The Open Polytechnic NZ3466 New Zealand Diploma in Library and Information Studies is for people working in, or interested in beginning a career in, the library, records management, and archives sectors. Students learn how to work in people-centred ways and build knowledge and skills to work confidently and collaboratively with individuals, families, whānau, and communities.

The programme has 5 compulsory Level 5 courses and 1 elective course. Courses are delivered fully online. LIS504: Te Ao Māori in the Information Environment includes attendance at a noho marae (or an alternative learning activity), and the noho marae runs midway through the LIS504 course over three nights and two and a half days.

Modules

  • LIS504: Te Ao Māori in the Information Environment

Entry requirements

You must be at least 17 years of age at the start of the programme and have one of the following:

  • New Zealand University Entrance (Visit nzqa.govt.nz for details)
  • Passes in relevant Level 4 New Zealand Certificate or Diploma qualifications considered appropriate by the programme leader
  • An overseas qualification assessed to be equivalent to these by the programme leader.
  • Passes in New Zealand certificate/diploma qualifications/ courses considered appropriate by the programme leader
  • If you have attained the age of 20 years and do not hold the minimum entry requirements, you may be eligible for enrolment if you have relevant previous educational, work or life experiences.

Career outcomes

  • Library assistant
  • Senior library assistant
  • Assistant librarian roles
  • Librarian (where a degree is not required) in some settings

How this course compares

  • Open Polytechnic is #12 in New Zealand on research impact (9,488 citations).
  • Open Polytechnic has 4 scholarships listed on Educads.

Frequently asked questions

Are there scholarships at Open Polytechnic?

Yes — 4 are listed on the university's Educads page, with eligibility and deadlines.

Is Open Polytechnic a good university for ?

Open Polytechnic is #12 in New Zealand on research impact (9,488 citations).

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