What is B.Lib Course and Why You Should Pursue It

ByPriya Rao

B.Lib or Bachelor of Library Science is a course that can be pursued after graduation in any field. The course is designed to teach students about the philosophy of library science, its basic principles, laws and the social impact of it. It is basically the field of study that teaches students about how to manage the books and other materials in the library. This course usually has a duration of one year, and is pursued by students who wish to have a career in the field of library sciences. Admissions to the course are either based on merit or entrance exams, depending on which university the students are opting for. 

Where can one study for a B.Lib course?

If this is a course that interests you, Dr. C.V Raman University in Bilaspur is one of the universities that offers a B.Lib course. Students at this university have an option to pursue the course in either distance or regular mode of education, depending on the convenience of the student. The faculty at the university is very qualified and experienced. They make sure that every student who enrolls for the course learns to their full potential. It is also ensured that the students learn about every aspect of the course. This is done with the help of a combination theoretical and practical methods of teaching. The course is kept interesting and engaging with the help of workshops and other activities. 

Apart from these regular classes and activities, several events like conferences, seminars and guest lectures take place at the university on a regular basis. These events allow students to learn about all the challenges faced by professionals who have worked in the industry for a very long time. Once the events are over, students have the opportunity to interact with the professionals on a one on one basis and get their individual questions answered. 

The infrastructure at the university was designed by professionals and has a very large and beautiful campus. The campus has large grounds where sporting events take place. Along with that, there is a library with every book students could require for further studying. After class hours, it is very common to find the students in the library. 

The university also offers students with placement opportunities. The placement cell makes sure that students are trained with good soft skills and interview skills. This helps them make a good first impression on recruiters. Students are provided with all the support they need till they find good employment opportunities. 

What is the eligibility criteria for the B.Lib course?

In order to be eligible for the B.Lib course, a student needs to graduate from any recognized university with a minimum aggregate of 50% in any course. Here are some of the main skills required for an individual to pursue a career in library sciences. A student must have a passion for reading and maintaining books. Some of the other requirements are as follows:

  • Good communication skills
  • Digital literacy
  • Problem solving skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organizational skills
  • Research skills
  • Creativity
  • Analytical skills

Course details: 

As mentioned above, B.Lib is a one year course that can be pursued by anyone who has completed their graduation in any field. Here are some of the main subjects that are taught in the course.

  • Library Classification
  • Library Cataloguing
  • Library Information and Society
  • Library Management and Information Centers
  • Library Information Technology
  • Information Sources and Services

What are some of the career opportunities that are available for students when they complete their B.Lib courses?

A B.Lib graduate can find jobs in the private and public sectors. They can work in embassies, museums, galleries, news agencies, schools, colleges and universities, photo and film libraries. Here are some of the common job profiles that students can opt for.

  • Library Consultant
  • Archivist
  • Cataloguer
  • Library curator
  • Deputy librarian
  • Library director
  • Indexer
  • Electronic resources librarian
  • Library assistant
  • Information architect
  • Librarian
  • Library science teacher
  • Law librarian

Along with these career options, students can opt for further education and go for M.Lib, which is a masters course in the same field. CVRU Bilaspur offers the M.Lib course as well.