Overview

Library and Information Science from Western University - Canada provides a strong foundation in traditional librarianship together with an opportunity to engage with innovative ideas and new information technologies.

Graduates with Library and Information Science from Western University - Canada will:

develop advanced research skills

become qualified professionals with a thorough knowledge of theory and practice in library and information science.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information Organization, Curation and Access

Information Sources and Services

Information Literacy: Theory and Practice

Records Management

Collection Management

Government Information

Science, Technology and Medical Information

Special Topic: Accessibility and Information Environments

Services for Children and Young Adults

Services and Materials for an Aging Population

Public Library Services for Newcomers and Immigrants

Scholarly Communications and Open Access

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Application Deadline

Continuing

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

107

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IELTS

8

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

107

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IELTS

8

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Other requirements

General requirements

A four-year degree with an average of at least 70% in the last two years of full-time study;

A three-year Bachelor's degree in an academic discipline, with an average of at least 70% in the last ten courses taken, and the completion of a Bachelor of Education degree;

Biographical information

Contact information

Statement of academic intent

Electronic transcripts from Ontario universities/colleges

Professional background

Referee information

Proficiency in English Scores

Application fee

A sample of written work

List of publications

References

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29380 CAD / year

≈ 29380 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

7250 CAD / year

≈ 7250 CAD / year

Living costs

London

Canada

1037 - 1625 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Graduates with Library and Information Science from Western University - Canada will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

London

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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