Overview

At this Library Information Technology (Not PGWP Eligible – details in description) programme 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 programme is not PGWP eligible.

Key Facts

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 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

115

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

53

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OTE

130

IELTS

6

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Credits

61 alternative credits

61.5

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Calgary, Canada

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 77 other Bachelors in Information Technology (IT) in Canada

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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

80

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PTE Academic

53

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OTE

130

IELTS

6

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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.

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

17325 CAD / year

≈ 17325 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5197 CAD / year

≈ 5197 CAD / year

Additional Details

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

Living costs

Calgary

Canada

1247 - 1953 CAD / month

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

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Disciplines

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Calgary

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