Diploma in Library and Information Technology

Nova Scotia Community College

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Offered by Nova Scotia Community College in Halifax, Canada, Diploma in Library and Information Technology is a diploma in Information Systems & Technology programme. The programme runs for 2 years. Tuition for international students is CAD 13,505 per year (CAD 3,800 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Diploma
Field: Information Systems & Technology
Duration: 2 years
Local tuition: CAD 3,800 / year
International tuition: CAD 13,505 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: nscc.ca ·

Program details

Overview

Library and Information Technology at Nova Scotia Community College is a two-year diploma program that prepares students to work alongside librarians, occupying a role with responsibility between a clerk and a librarian. Coursework builds skills in service delivery, research support, materials access and organization, teamwork, communication, critical thinking, and computer applications used across library settings. Graduates are prepared to support staff supervision and manage sections or departments within academic, public, school, government, and industry libraries, working with diverse patron populations. The program is also offered part-time online through NSCC's eCampus over roughly four years for students unable to attend full-time. It suits students interested in information services and organization who hold a high school diploma or equivalent, including Grade 12 academic English.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Nova Scotia Community College requires a High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent for this programme, including Academic Grade 12 English; students missing this credit may complete it through NSCC's Academic and Career Connections program. International applicants' diploma equivalency and English language requirements vary by country, and the programme defers to the institution-wide proficiency standard: IELTS Academic minimum 6.0 on each band, TOEFL iBT total score of 4 with minimum section scores of 3.5 in Reading, Listening and Writing and 4 in Speaking, Duolingo English Test 115 overall with no subscore below 95, CAEL Band 60, or PTE Academic 55, or an exemption.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Nova Scotia Community College

Type: College
Founded: 1996
Students: 22,000
Programs: 120
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Diploma in Library and Information Technology award?

Nova Scotia Community College awards a Diploma in the field of Information Systems & Technology on completion of this programme.

How long does Diploma in Library and Information Technology take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

How much does Diploma in Library and Information Technology cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 13,505 per year (CAD 3,800 per year for local students).

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