Overview

At this Library Information Techology program from Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) ) you'll learn to manage the ever-expanding realm of information in today’s digital age, making it accessible and useful to people. Our program emphasizes continual learning and professional development.

This program opens doors to a variety of exciting careers, including opportunities in public, academic, specialized, government, and law libraries. Roles are also available in school learning commons. These organizations need individuals with technical and people skills to manage and provide access to information.

Our program covers every facet of library operations. You’ll delve into information services, including database searching and library network technology.

Gain expertise in cataloguing and classification, ensuring that resources are organized for easy retrieval.

Harness the power of current library technology to enhance your work. Explore emerging technology trends and issues.

Careers and opportunities

Library Assistants and Clerks
Library and Public Archive Technicians

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Programme Structure

Courses included

Communication to Presentation Skills
Bibliographic Description and Access
Library Information Services
Library Operations
Online Database Searching

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-28 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-29 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

53

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Duolingo English Test

115

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OTE

130

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Credits

78 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Calgary, 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

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

53

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Duolingo English Test

115

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OTE

130

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Other requirements

General requirements

at least 60% in English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2, and
the completion of two of the following Grade 12 subjects
- Math
- Science
- Social Science
- Accounting
- Law
- a second language.

LIBR 200 (Introduction to Libraries) may be substituted for one of the two Grade 12 subjects.
All applicants who were educated outside of Canada must demonstrate English Language proficiency and provide proof they meet the program admission requirements with an international document assessment.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

17325 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17325 CAD per year during 24 months.
National

5197 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5197 CAD per year during 24 months.

Domestic students second year: $4,950
International students second year: $16,500

Living costs for Calgary

1247 - 1953 CAD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Credits

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Calgary

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