Diploma in Information Science

Programme Title:	Diploma in Information Science - TVET
Introduction	This course is designed to equip the learners with competencies for day to day operations in library and information environment. It equips the learner with skills and competencies for creation/acquisition, organization and retrieval, preservation and conservation of information resources. It also equips the learner with skills for implementation of library management systems, conducting research, data analysis and reporting in institutions.
Programme objectives	On completion of the programme, the candidates will: · Have acquired the necessary knowledge, attitudes, skills and techniques to be able to work competently in a library and information environment. · Have acquired the necessary knowledge and competence to head a small or medium-sized library or information centre. · Be adequately prepared to pursue a bachelor’s degree programme in library and information science.
Justification / Rationale	There are in excess of 600 different types of libraries, documentation centers, archives and records centres in Kenya with an important educational, cultural and informational role to play. These libraries and information centers need trained personnel to run and manage them. The program will give learners the requisite academic and para-professional skills that are needed for the development of such manpower.
Entry Requirements	Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C-(minus) Or Certificate in Information Science Level 5 Or Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQ)
Mode and Structure of Delivery	Regular Full-time (Main, Nakuru, Mombasa, Kitui Campus)
Programme Duration	2 Years
Curriculum Highlights	The diploma has the following highlights: · Basic units of competencies such as communications skills, digital literacy, mathematical proficiency, business development and management skills. · Has core units in the domain areas of information science · Three (3) months attachment for practical competencies
Career Opportunities	Library assistants, Records centres assistants, Information centers assistants
Tuition and Fee structure
Why this Programme at KU	Kenyatta University (KU) is a TVET centre offering TVETA accredited and approved programs. These programs have undergone strict scrutiny by the accrediting body in order to ensure that they meet the required standards. KU is also a well-recognized university internationally.