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Department of Studies in Library and Information Science
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Profile
The Department of Library and Information Science was established in 1962. There
was no provision for Library Science Education in Karnataka State Universities earlier
to this. Realizing the importance of the course and with an objective of preparing
young men and women to take up this growing profession to organize and manage the
libraries of all types, the elders have thought it fit and started the Diploma course
in the initial stages. Later, in 1965 this course was upgraded to Bachelor of Library
Science (B.Lib.Sc.).The syllabus was a finer blend of theory and practice which
in those days was a unique one and reflected the farsighted vision of those who
were responsible for starting the course. The Masters Degree and Ph.D programmes
were started in 1971 and 1973 respectively. With the growing recognition to the
course, nomenclature was changed to Library and Information Science in 1980. In
a way the University has emerged as a champion of cause by extending its active
support to LIS Education and Research. Befitting to the encouragement of the university,
the Department has so far produced over 85 Ph.D’’s, around 30 students are pursuing
research for Ph.D. and over 2000 library professionals are adorning the libraries
in all parts of the country and abroad. Keeping in tune with the ever changing universe
of subjects, user needs, impact of technology and above all the changing trends
in the employment market, the department started the 2 year integrated Masters Programme
during the academic year 1993 – 94 by discontinuing the Bachelors Degree. This has
blazed a new trial in the LIS education from all the disciplines. In the process,
the department gained recognition on par with other leading departments in the University
and strengthened its infrastructure in all possible ways.
The Department has collaborations with Universities in China, Germany and Tata Institute
of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai. In 2009, the University Grants Commission (UGC)
sanctioned Special Assistance Programme (SAP) DRS-I to the Dept. for the thrust
area on “Application of Scientometrics and Informetrics for India.”
At present, the department is well equipped with modern facilities that are required
to train and provide the excellent LIS professionals to the society. As a part of
the Golden Jubilee Celebration the Department organized 58th International Indian
Library Association (ILA) Conference during 24-27 February, 2013.
Vision
The Department strives to reach out to the star of perfection through an earnest
academic pursuit for excellence.
Mission
- To impart and train the students both theoretically and practically on the latest
developments in the profession.
- To prepare and provide high quality and competent professionals to be on par with
any of the professionals in general.
- To nurture, develop and support faculty members in achieving high standard professional
development.
- To enable faculty members to develop expertise in respective subjects, teaching
strategies, use of technologies, interaction with experts and other essential elements
to raise the level of teaching to high standards.
- To periodically arrange lectures by eminent professionals, organize conferences
/ workshops on latest developments in the field to benefit the students, working
librarians as well as faculty members.
- To continuously upgrade the infrastructure facilities on par with the best LIS
departments in the country.
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Courses Offered
Master of Library and Information Science
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Centre
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Duration
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Eligibility Criteria
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Intake For Normal Fees
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Intake For Enhanced Fees
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Karnatak University Campus, Dharwad
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2 Years
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Any Graduate with 45% Marks; 40% Marks for SC/ST/Cat-I
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20
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02
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M.Phil and Ph.D Courses in Library and Information Science
Profile
The Department of Library and Information Science was established in 1962. There
was no provision for Library Science Education in Karnataka State Universities earlier
to this. Realizing the importance of the course and with an objective of preparing
young men and women to take up this growing profession to organize and manage the
libraries of all types, the elders have thought it fit and started the Diploma course
in the initial stages. Later, in 1965 this course was upgraded to Bachelor of Library
Science (B.Lib.Sc.).The syllabus was a finer blend of theory and practice which
in those days was a unique one and reflected the farsighted vision of those who
were responsible for starting the course. The Masters Degree and Ph.D programmes
were started in 1971 and 1973 respectively. With the growing recognition to the
course, nomenclature was changed to Library and Information Science in 1980. In
a way the University has emerged as a champion of cause by extending its active
support to LIS Education and Research. Befitting to the encouragement of the university,
the Department has so far produced over 85 Ph.D’’s, around 30 students are pursuing
research for Ph.D. and over 2000 library professionals are adorning the libraries
in all parts of the country and abroad. Keeping in tune with the ever changing universe
of subjects, user needs, impact of technology and above all the changing trends
in the employment market, the department started the 2 year integrated Masters Programme
during the academic year 1993 – 94 by discontinuing the Bachelors Degree. This has
blazed a new trial in the LIS education from all the disciplines. In the process,
the department gained recognition on par with other leading departments in the University
and strengthened its infrastructure in all possible ways.
The Department has collaborations with Universities in China, Germany and Tata Institute
of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai. In 2009, the University Grants Commission (UGC)
sanctioned Special Assistance Programme (SAP) DRS-I to the Dept. for the thrust
area on “Application of Scientometrics and Informetrics for India.”
At present, the department is well equipped with modern facilities that are required
to train and provide the excellent LIS professionals to the society. As a part of
the Golden Jubilee Celebration the Department organized 58th International Indian
Library Association (ILA) Conference during 24-27 February, 2013.
Vision
The Department strives to reach out to the star of perfection through an earnest
academic pursuit for excellence.
Mission
- To impart and train the students both theoretically and practically on the latest
developments in the profession.
- To prepare and provide high quality and competent professionals to be on par with
any of the professionals in general.
- To nurture, develop and support faculty members in achieving high standard professional
development.
- To enable faculty members to develop expertise in respective subjects, teaching
strategies, use of technologies, interaction with experts and other essential elements
to raise the level of teaching to high standards.
- To periodically arrange lectures by eminent professionals, organize conferences
/ workshops on latest developments in the field to benefit the students, working
librarians as well as faculty members.
- To continuously upgrade the infrastructure facilities on par with the best LIS
departments in the country.
Career Opportunities
Students of the Department get jobs in libraries within and outside Karnataka, i.e.,
in Central Universities, DRDO Laboratories, CSIR, ICAR, IGIDR, TISS, BARC, TIFR,
IIT, TCS, INFOSYS, WIPRO, Public Libraries.
Faculty
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Name & Designation
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Other Details
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Dr. B. D. Kumbar
Professor
President-KUPGTA
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Qualification: M.A., M.L.I.Sc. Ph.D
Areas of Interest: Management of Library and Information Centres, Human
Resources Management and Development, Information Systems and Services and Public
Library System.
Ph.D Guided: 08
Papers Published in Journals: 35
Papers Presented in Seminars / Conferences: 56
Books Published / Edited: 11
Conferences / Seminars Attended: 60
Award: Dr. C.D. Sharma Best written and presented paper during 50th
ILA conference held at Vadodara, 2004.
E-mail: [email protected] and [email protected]
Mobile: 99454 08212
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Dr. R. R. Naik
Professor
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Qualification: M.Sc., M.L.I.Sc. P.G.D.C.A Ph.D
Areas of Interest: Digital Library, Information Repackaging Consolidation and Retrieval.
Ph.D. Guided: 05
Papers Published in Journals: 25
Papers presented in Conferences & Seminars: 50
Books Published / Edited: 09
Conferences / Seminars Attended: 65
E-mail: [email protected]
Mobile: 94484 91955
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Dr. C. Krishnamurthy
Professor & Chairman
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Qualification: M.L.I.Sc., Ph.D
Areas of Interest: Public Library System, Information Literacy.
Papers Published in Journals: 08
Papers Presented in Seminars / Conferences : 18
Books Published / Edited: 04
Conferences / Seminars Attended: 32
E-mail: [email protected] and [email protected]
Mobile: 98448 10721
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Dr. G. S. Hadagali
Assistant Professor
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Qualification: M.L.I.Sc., P.G.D.L.A.N. Ph.D
Areas of Interest: Electronic Information Resources, Information Literacy,
Users Survey, Information Technology, Special Library System.
Papers Published in Journals: 26
Papers Presented in Seminars / Conferences: 39
Books Published / Edited: 04
Conferences / Seminars Attended: 47
Award: Dr. C.D. Sharma Best written and presented paper during 50th
ILA conference held at Vadodara, 2004.
E-mail: [email protected] [email protected] and [email protected]
Mobile: 99452 11029
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Shri. Anil B. Talawar
Assistant Professor
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Areas of Interest: Public Library System, Information Technology, Information
Systems and Services.
Papers Published in Journals: 02
Papers Presented in Seminars / Conferences: 12
Books Published / Edited: 01
Conferences / Seminars Attended: 18
E-mail: [email protected] and [email protected]
Mobile: 78290 23369
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