College Diploma - Library And Information Technology

Academic Requirements

International Applicants: To be eligible for the Library and Information Technology program, international applicants must have BC Grade 12 Graduation or an equivalent qualification.

Additional Requirements:

• Letter of intent from the student highlighting why they want to enter the field and what skills they have that make them suitable for the program.
• Interview with a program faculty member to assess:
  • Communication skills
  • Knowledge of the library and information field
  • Emotional maturity and affinity to work with people
  • Familiarity with basic computer operations (file management, document creation, etc.)
• Immediately following the interview, applicants will be required to complete a test which includes:
  • Completion of several short essays that provide evidence of good written and communication skills and familiarity with the library community and field.
  • Filing activity that demonstrates an aptitude for following written rules and performing typical library procedures.
• All students in the Library and Information Technology program must complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) prior to initial registration. Practicum agencies require evidence of a satisfactory Criminal Record Review. If students have a criminal conviction, they are directed to contact the Criminal Records Review Program with the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Security Programs Division with regard to specific questions involving criminal convictions.
• A minimum keyboard speed of 30 wpm is strongly recommended.
• Admission to the program does not guarantee registration into required courses.
• Students admitted to this program may need to take one or more additional English courses in order to meet the prerequisite requirements of the English courses required in this program.
• On a space-available basis, students may be considered for admission to the program for studies on a part-time basis in the Flexible Participation option.

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For any clarification and support regarding the Academic Requirements, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

English is the language of instruction at Langara College. All applicants are required to be proficient in listening, reading, speaking, and writing in English at a post-secondary level.

Most programs fall into one of the three categories below. Refer to the 'Admissions' tab of the program listing for the full requirements or see our complete list of programs by category.

Language Requirements Categories

Must meet one of the English Language Requirements below:

• English First Peoples 12 - 70%
• English Studies 12 - 70%
• Literary Studies 12 - 70%
• Langara English Test (LET) - 3
• Langara English Course - A minimum "S" grade in ENGL 1107 or 1110; or a minimum "C" grade in ENGL 1120
• English (Post-Secondary Transfer) - C-
• International Baccalaureate - IB ENGL A (HL or SL): 3; IB ENGL LIT & PERFORM (SL): 3
• Advanced Placement - AP ENGL LIT & COMP: 2; AP ENGL LANG & COMP: 2
• GCSE O-Level English, GCSE English Language B - C

Applicants unable to meet the English Language Requirements must satisfy one of the following English Proficiency requirements:

• English for Academic Purposes (EAP) - Level IV (EAP Level IV (LEAP 8))
• Language Proficiency Index (LPI) - 26
• IELTS Academic - 6.5 (No Band Lower Than 6.0)
• Duolingo English Test - 110
• TOEFL (IBT) - Overall: 88; Writing: 20; Reading: 20; Listening: 20; Speaking: 20
• CAEL - Overall: 70 (No Band Lower Than 60)
• Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) - 56 (No Individual Skill Score Less Than 55)

Notes:

a. Applicants admitted to a Langara College program on the basis of an English language assessment other than the Langara English Test (LET) or an acceptable grade in secondary or post-secondary English may be required to successfully complete ENGL 1107, 1110, or achieve an LET 3 prior to enrolling in ENGL 1100, 1123, 1129, or 1130.

b. Assessment test scores are valid for two years from the date they were taken.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.