This distance-learning course, offered in collaboration with Charles Sturt University, Australia, is supplemented by local tutorials. It is for those interested in the field of library, information, records, archives and knowledge management.
 
The obtained academic qualification has full recognition by Australian Library and Information Association.
 
Credit exemption will be granted to graduates of Higher Diploma in Library and Information Management.

In the 21^st century, the library field is undergoing numerous changes that are redefining the traditional roles of and job opportunities for information professionals. Factors responsible for the changing nature of the library field include the emergence of new technologies, changing user expectations, etc. In order to respond to the ongoing changes, HKU SPACE collaborated with Charles Sturt University, Australia (CSU) delivering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes of information studies for prospective information professionals to equip their skills to meet the increasing needs of diverse users.  This is the entry-level programme. Local tutorials are led by prominent and experienced professionals in the field.

Note:
Charles Sturt University has registered on the national register of Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) under the Australian Government.
-- TEQSA Provider Identification: PRV12018 (Australian University)
-- CRICOS Provider: 00005F

Programme Commencement: 11 November 2024
Application Deadline: 14 September 2024

Programme structure (Total 192 points)

Core Subjects (96 points) (8 points per subject, unless otherwise specified)

• INF109 BIS Intensive Introductory Learning (0 points)
• INF111 Introduction to the Information Professions (16 points)
• INF200 Supervision and Management #
• INF209 Metadata for Resource Discovery
• INF210 Collections
• INF211 Information Sources and Services #
• INF218 Providing Access to Information #
• INF219 Web Publishing for Information Agencies #
• INF220 Professional Study Visit (4 points) #
• INF221 Planning for Professional Placement (2 points) #
• INF222 Professional Placement (2 points) #
• INF303 The Information Society
• INF305 Professional Learning and Networking
• INF321 Introduction to Research

Restricted Elective Subjects (96 points) (8 points per subject) (Select 12 subjects)

• There are over 20 restricted elective subjects. For details, please refer to Charles Sturt University's website. (https://study.csu.edu.au/courses/library-information-studies/bachelor-information-studies)

Remark: Specialisation is not offered to HK students.

Exemption (Subject to CSU review)

Exemption may be granted to applicants who graduated from:

Higher Diploma in Library and Information Management (HDLIM)
-- 40 points for core subjects (See the above subjects with #)
-- 64 points for elective subjects

Diploma in Teacher Librarianship
-- 16 points for core subjects
-- 16 points for elective subjects

Certificate for Library Assistants
-- 4 points for core subjects
-- 16 points for elective subjects

Assessment method

Assessments are mainly based on assignments. If students fail a subject, they have to re-take the subject in a session where the subject is being offered. 

Application Code	2255-LB007A	-

Duration

• - 48 months for non-Higher Diploma in Library and Information Management graduates
  - 24 months for Higher Diploma in Library and Information Management graduates

Non-Local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance

This is an exempted course under the Non-local Higher and Professional Education (Regulation) Ordinance. It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.

The obtained academic qualification has full recognition by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). 

Applicants shall:

1. (i) complete the HKDSE with an aggregate score of 13^ based on the four core subjects, Chinese Language, English Language, Mathematics and Liberal Studies, and the best grade in one Category A elective subject. (Category B and C subjects are not included); and

 (ii) provide evidence of English proficiency^#, such as

(a) an overall band of 6.0 with subtest of 5.5 in the IELTS; or
(b) a score of 550 in the paper-based TOEFL or a score of 213 in the computer-based TOEFL; or
(c) an overall score of 54 with a minimum of 46 in all communicative skills in Pearson Test of English; or equivalent.

OR

2.   have gained HKALE Grade E in 2 AL subjects including AS Use of English; or equivalent;

OR

3.   hold an associate degree or a higher diploma awarded by a recognised institution.

Applicants with other equivalent qualifications and relevant work experience will be considered on individual merit.

 

^ A subject Level 1 is equal to 1 point up to a Level 5 is equal to 5 points, 5* and 5** equals 6 points. Except for Compulsory Mathematics where Level 1 is equal to 0.5 points up to Level 5 equal to 2.5 points.

# Applicants who have met requirement 1(i) with Level 4 in English Language in the HKDSE Examination will be exempted.
 

Application Fee

HK$150 non-refundable

Course Fee

• HK$25,200 per 16 points subject;
  HK$12,600 per 8 points subject;
  HK$6,300 per 4 points subject;
  HK$3,150 per 2 points subject.
  
  HK$138,600 (for HDLIM graduates)
  HK$302,400 (for Non HDLIM graduates)
  Actual course fee will be assessed on the number of subjects required.
  
  * Course fee is subject to review at the time of enrolment
  
  The tuition fee is paid by subjects per session (3 sessions in a year).

Application FormDownload Application Form
CSU Application Form (Must submit with SF26)

Enrolment Method

Application can be done in person at any of the School's Enrollment Centres by submitting the followings:
1. Completed HKU SPACE enrolment form SF26
2. Completed CSU application form
3. Application fee of HK$150
4. Relevant certified documents, e.g. academic certificates (See Notes)

Notes:
1. CSU requires applicants to provide evidence of their English language proficiency, please refer to the detail on page 2 of the CSU application form.
2. CSU Applicants should bring along an original copy of the document and a photocopy of the document to the Enrolment Counter for verification.

Please note that course fee will only be collected from successful applicants after the selection process by HKU SPACE and Charles Sturt University.

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