Hong Kong Library Association Education and Career Forum Mr. Lawrence Tam HKU SPACE August 11, 2007.

Hong Kong Library Association

Education and Career Forum

Mr. Lawrence Tam

HKU SPACE

August 11, 2007

HKU SPACEHKU SPACEAn extension arm of HKU to provideAn extension arm of HKU to provide

quality professional and continuing education

at sub-degree, diploma, degree and postgraduate levels

Library and Information Science Library and Information Science Education & Training Education & Training

More than 40 years

Supported by

– HK Library Association

– HK Teacher Librarians Association

– HK Archives Society

– EASTICA

– Charles Sturt University, Australia

– Local and overseas universities and academics

Academic Staff Academic Staff

Director of Studies Dr. Kan Lai Bing

Programme Leader & Administrator

Mr. Lawrence Tam

Full time Lecturers Ms Shirley Kong

Ms Linda Lee

Ms Yu Ling Ling

Part time Lecturers and Tutors :

Professional librarians from HK Public Libraries,

HKU Libraries, PolyU Library, HKUST Library, Hospital Authority, International Schools …

Academic Service Support Academic Service Support

Teaching Laboratory –

Mok Yip Shui Hung Learning Resource Centre

HKU SPACE online total e-learning solution (SOUL)

The University of Hong Kong Libraries

Programmes jointly offered by Programmes jointly offered by HKU SPACE & CSU HKU SPACE & CSU

Bachelor of Applied Science (Library & Information Management)

Graduate Diploma in Applied Science (Library & Information Management)

Master of Applied Science (Library & Information Management)

Programmes in Library ScienceProgrammes in Library Science

Certificate for Library Assistants (with HKLA since 1964)

Diploma in Teacher Librarianship (supported by Faculty of Education, HKU)

Higher Diploma in Library and Information Studies (full-time programme)

Short courses in DDC, LC, non-print materials & etc.

Programmes in Archives StudiesProgrammes in Archives Studies

Introduction to Archives Management (with HKAS)

Executive Certificate in Archives Management Postgraduate Certificate in Archival Studies

(with EASTICA)

Programme in Knowledge ManagementProgramme in Knowledge Management

Executive Certificate in Knowledge Management

Para-ProfessionalLevel Certificate for

Library Assistants

Secondary School Graduates

Diploma in Library and Information Science

Post-secondaryGraduates

ProfessionalLevel

University Graduates

Diploma in Librarianship (HKLA, SPACE)CSU Graduate Diploma of Applied Science(Library & Information Management)

CSU Bachelor of Applied Science(Library & Information Management)

Higher Degree Level

CSU Master of Applied Science(Library & Information Management)

Library and Information Science Graduates

CSU = Charles Sturt University, Australia

Higher Diplomain

Libraryand

Information Studies

Certificate inLibrary and Information Studies

Advanced Certificate inLibrary and Information Studies

Higher Diploma inLibrary and Information Studies

Library and Information Science Education Opportunities at HKU SPACELibrary and Information Science Education Opportunities at HKU SPACE

LIS LIS QualificationsQualifications

Education

IndustryCommerce &Public

Sector

Services

Health

Department of Education

Universities Libraries

College Libraries

School libraries

Medical libraries in hospitals

Medical libraries in universities

Information consultancy

Special libraries in architectural, law & accounting firms

Publishing

Book selling

Newspaper & Media

Archives

Public records

Public libraries

Government

Museums

Special libraries in private or public companies

Medical Informatics

Career ProspectsCareer Prospects

Certificate for Library AssistantsCertificate for Library Assistants

Joint programme with Hong Kong Library Association (HKLA)

Offered since 1964

Para-professional course for library assistants

one class in English & one class in Chinese

Part-time evenings + practical


Part 1 Library Routines

& Methods

Part 3Children’s

& School Libraries

Part 2General Library

Principles & Practice

Part 4Practical Work &Visits to Libraries

Programme Structure :


For F.5 graduates

Priority will be given to those with working exper

ience in libraries

From September – June each year

Tuesdays or Thursdays, 6:30-9:30pm

Course fee: $5,300

Further Study: Dip LIS/B.App.Sc. (LIM)Further Study: Dip LIS/B.App.Sc. (LIM)

Diploma in Teacher LibrarianshipDiploma in Teacher Librarianship

Provide school librarians with professionalknowledge and skills on:

- library and information science- analyzing information needs for teachers and

learners- the use of information and learning resource

according to curriculum objectives

13 modules to be completed in 2 years

Diploma in Teacher LibrarianshipDiploma in Teacher Librarianship

Mainly for teachers or newly appointed teacher librarians

Commencing Oct/Nov 20073 to 6 hours per weekFull time on Tuesdays and Saturdays and

weekday eveningsCourse fee : $12,500 / year

Further Study: B.App.Sc. (LIM) / M.App.Sc. (LIM)

Higher Diploma in Library and Higher Diploma in Library and Information Studies Information Studies

Under HKU SPACE Community College

Full time programme

3 years for F.5 graduates

2 years for F.7 graduates

- Library & Information Studies Theme

- Information Management Theme

Articulation arranged with universities

in UK & Australia

Higher Diploma in Library and Higher Diploma in Library and Information Studies Information Studies

Subjects included:

– generic subjects

– library and information studies subjects

– IT subjects

– Study visits

– Work placement

Executive Certificate in Archives ManagementExecutive Certificate in Archives Management

Guide students to plan, establish and manage archives in their organizations

For administrators and officers who are responsible for strategic planning, resources allocation and information management work


Part I:Historical Records and Archives:

An Overview

Part IV:Wrap-up and Visit

Part III:Setting Up and ManagementOf an Archival Repository

Part II:Archival Management Activities:

Principles and Practices

Programme structure


Entry requirements:

- a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

60 contact hours (approx. 6 months)

From Oct 07 to Apr 08

Every Tuesdays 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Course fee: HK$7,800 (30% off for NGO or related organizations)

Postgraduate Certificate in Archival StudiesPostgraduate Certificate in Archival Studies

Jointly offered by HKU SPACE and the International Council on Archives – East Asian Regional Branch (EASTICA)

Custom-made for archivists or engaged in records management to update their professional skills

3-week intensive program comprises of lectures, seminars and visits

Postgraduate Certificate in Archival StudiesPostgraduate Certificate in Archival Studies

Entry Requirements:

- a Bachelor’s degree

- Preferably work in an archival institution, or

- Have archives or records related experience

Commencing Spring each year

Course fee: HK$7,900 (local students)

Executive Cert. in Knowledge ManagementExecutive Cert. in Knowledge Management

Particularly suited to prepare professionals or managers for their management in knowledge-aware organizations

Equip participants with the tools and techniques needed to manage information and facilitate knowledge creation, capture and re-use


Programme structure :

Principles of KM

KM Strategies & Knowledge Sharing Tools

KM Implementations

KM Processes

KM Technologies and Systems


Entry Requirements:

- a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent;

- Preference will be given for candidates with

relevant work experience

60 contact hours (approx. 6 months)

From Oct 07 to Apr 08

Weekdays 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

Course fee: HK$8,000 ( CEF reimbursable)

Information and EnquiryInformation and Enquiry • Web site:

http://hkuspace.hku.hk/it

• Higher Diploma in Library & Information StudiesMs Agnes Au (Tel: 2809 9836)Email: [email protected]

• Certificate for Library Assistants• Postgraduate Certificate in Archival Studies

Ms Anita Hung (Tel: 2587 3222)Email: [email protected]

Information and EnquiryInformation and Enquiry • Diploma in Teacher Librarianship• Grad. Dip. in App. Sc. (LIM)

Ms Angie Ng (Tel: 2587 3223)Email: [email protected]

• B.App.Sc. (LIM) and M.App.Sc. (LIM)Ms Edith Au (Tel: 2587 3268)Email: [email protected]

• Executive Certificate in Knowledge Management• Executive Certificate in Archives Management

Ms Sarah Tam (Tel: 2975 5860)Email: [email protected]

THANK YOU !THANK YOU !

Hong Kong Library Association Education and Career Forum Mr. Lawrence Tam HKU SPACE August 11, 2007.

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