Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS)

Create a state-wide facility for professional study of Library Science in the Gujarati medium and give people the chance to build a professional career.
Prepare properly trained professionals to run library services smoothly and effectively, especially in rural areas.
Give working library staff the chance to improve their qualification.

Course code: BLIS
Level: Graduate
Duration: Minimum 1 year, maximum 2 years
Medium: Gujarati
Total credits: 36
Course fee: ₹6,500 (boys and girls)
Eligibility: A bachelor's degree from a recognised university (for example Bachelor of Engineering, Pharmacy, Law, etc.).
Admission: Admission to this programme is made only in the August session.
Evaluation: Continuous evaluation by Tutor Marked Assignments (weightage 30%) and a term-end examination (4 credits: 70 marks, weightage 70%). 37 hours of practical work are held for every learner. An internship (1 month, compulsory) is also required.
Standard of success: At least 40% (or grade "D") in the continuous evaluation and at least 40% (or grade "D") in the term-end examination. The internship certificate is submitted before the marksheet is issued.
Contact: libraryscience@baou.edu.in

Subjects and credits

BLIS-101 - Foundation of Library and Information Science (4 credits)
BLIS-102 - Management of Library and Information Centres (4 credits)
BLIS-103 - Knowledge Organization and Information Management: Theory (4 credits)
BLIS-104P - Knowledge Organization and Information Management: Classification Practical (4 credits)
BLIS-105P - Information Organization and Information Management: Cataloguing Practical (4 credits)
BLIS-106 - Information Sources & Services (4 credits)
BLIS-107 - ICT Fundamental (4 credits)
BLIS-108 - Library Automation & Networks (4 credits)

Source: BAOU Prospectus 2026. Fees, dates and rules can change, so please confirm the details on the official university website before you apply.