Qualification code: | 90003 |
NQF level: | 8 |
Total credits: | 120 |
SAQA ID: | 93878 |
APS/AS: | 60 |
Rules: This qualification consists of 6 modules. Students should note that during the course of their studies they would be required to have access to a computer or laptop, printer and the internet. |
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Purpose statement: The purpose of this qualification is to enable learners to undertake advanced reflection and development by means of a systematic review of current thinking, practice and research methods in the area of Library and Information Science. It also presents graduates from other disciplines with an opportunity to obtain a postgraduate specialised qualification in Library and Information Science. |
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This qualification will be presented online only. |
Please note: Should you wish to start a new qualification, please apply online for the alternative qualification during the prescribed application period.
Each Unisa qualification is structured in such a way that you need to pass a certain number of NQF level credits within a certain amount of time in order to graduate.
Pre-requisite: If Module A is a pre-requisite for Module B, you must pass Module A before you may register for Module B.
You may not register for more than the allowed maximum number of credits / modules per academic year and / or semester: 60 credits per semester or 120 credits per academic year.
The maximum number of credits do not include supplementary and / or aegrotat examinations from a previous semester. Modules taken for non-degree / non-diploma purposes also count towards the maximum number of credits allowed.
You must take your available time into consideration when choosing your modules, as this will impact your academic performance. You need approximately
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While you are deciding on the modules for which you will be registering, write down the module names and codes so that you have something to refer to when completing your registration.
Please click on the modules below to see further information (eg semester/year module, NQF level)
Module (Please click on the module to see further information) | Pre-requisite/Co-requisite/Recommendation |
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Group A. Compulsory | |
AIS4801 - Descriptive Cataloguing and Subject Organisation | |
AIS4802 - ICT Applications in Library and Information Services | |
AIS4803 - Library and Information Practice | |
HIN4801 - Research Methodology in Information Science | |
INS4801 - Information Users and Use | |
INS4802 - Management of Knowledge and Information Services |