Dip (Des)

Library & Information Technology

Learn more about studying Library & Information Technology as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Undergraduate diploma
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    20,000CAD
  • Start date
    Jan, May, Sep

Program overview

What the University of the Fraser Valley says about their program:

The Library and Information Technology diploma program prepares graduates to work in a wide range of libraries and other information centres. The program is recognized by the Canadian Library Association (CLA) and was developed according to its Guidelines for the Education of Library Technicians.

The program includes technical courses and computer labs that help students to develop the complex skills necessary to work in today's information centres. Students graduate with a Diploma in Library and Information Technology and may choose to complete an additional, six credit concentration in Systems Technology, Youth Services, or Records Management.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

You must complete upper secondary qualifications that are equivalent to Canadian Grade 12. This may include:

  • Form Six
  • Five O-levels plus at least two A-levels
  • GCE/General Certificate of Education or equivalent

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • 3.0 GPA on a four-year degree and 2-3 years of work experience (varies depending on the program).

English proficiency

  • IELTS

    6.5 or higher with a minimum band score of 6.0

  • TOEFL iBT

    88 or higher with no section below 20 (includes Home Edition)

  • *PTE

    61 with 60 in writing

  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

    C

  • Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE)

    A

  • EIKEN

    Grade 1

  • Duolingo

    110 or higher

  • MELAB

    85

  • CAEL

    70

UFV does not accept IELTS Indicator results for admission purposes. UFV is accepting the Duolingo English Test (DET) until further notice.

English proficiency waivers

  • Student comes from a native English country
  • Successful completion of three consecutive full-time years of secondary school and/or post-secondary education taught in the English language in a country where English is the principal language
  • English Studies 12 or English First Peoples 12. Students may also present English 12, English Literature 12, English 12 First Peoples, International Baccalaureate English A (standard level or higher level), Advanced Placement English, or equivalent.

Documents required

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of English proficiency
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    CAD$20,000 per year

  • **Postgraduate tuition

    **from CAD$24,000 to CAD$25,935 per program

Funding

International Excellence Entrance Scholarship (Renewable)

- **Amount:** CAD$20,000 (CAD$5,000 per year for four years) - **Requirements:** You are eligible for this scholarship if you apply to study at UFV and you are in your graduating year or have recently graduated. You do not need to apply for this scholarship. You are automatically considered when you apply to UFV if you meet the eligibility criteria.

International Regional Entrance Scholarship

- **Amount:** CAD$5,000 - **Requirements:** You are eligible for this scholarship if you apply to study at UFV and you are in your graduating year or have recently graduated. You do not need to apply for this scholarship. You are automatically considered when you apply to UFV, if you meet the eligibility criteria.

International British Columbia High School Entrance Scholarship

- **Amount:** CAD$5,000 - **Requirements:** If you are an international high school student, you are eligible if you attend one of the following - a secondary school in B.C. or an offshore high school that has been inspected and certified by the B.C. government. You do not need to apply for this scholarship. You are automatically considered when you apply to UFV if you meet the eligibility criteria.
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What is the cost of living near University of the Fraser Valley?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect Canada-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in Canadian Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,821
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,599
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$211
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$85
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$60
Monthly public transport pass$103
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$16
Gym membership$58

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University of the Fraser Valley

Many international students will require a visa to study in the Canada, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Canada student visa requirements