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Undergraduate Programmes

Start your career in the library and information profession. Our undergraduate programme combines classroom learning with hands-on practical training in real libraries and information centres.

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Programmes offered

Choose a programme to see its full structure, courses and learning outcomes.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Library and Information Studies (BLIS)

  • 3 years (2 semesters per year)
  • Practical training in Years I & II
  • Entry as per the UDSM Undergraduate Prospectus

Builds the concepts, skills and knowledge needed by librarians and information specialists, with field placements in libraries, documentation and resource centres across ministries, institutions and organisations.

Where our graduates work

Information Studies opens doors across the public and private sectors.

Academic & public libraries Records & archives units Ministries & government institutions Information & documentation centres Research & development organisations

How to apply

Three simple steps to join the programme.

Check the entry requirementsReview the admission criteria for your programme in the UDSM Undergraduate Prospectus.
Apply onlineSubmit your application through the UDSM Online Admission System while the application window is open.
Track your admissionLog in to the same admission system to follow your application status and admission results.