This programme is designed to provide a specialist qualification in cataloguing and classification. It is open to any student who wishes to take it, although experience working in a library would be useful.

You will learn about the rules and standards which are used in cataloguing and classification, about contemporary issues affecting cataloguing and catalogue management, about library technical services generally, and about the basic principles and procedures relating to information systems.

The courses involved can be put towards the ILS level 5 diploma or degree.

Download a copy of the Course Information Handbook or the brochure for this programme,
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Programme structure

To complete a Certificate in Cataloguing you must complete the following core courses.

Level 5

71150 Information Systems
72171 Library Systems and Processes

Level 6

72272 Cataloguing and Classification

Course availability

See the Course availability page

Entry requirements

Under 20 years

Must have 60 credits at NCEA Level 3.

Over 20 years

Open entry.

Level of study

Hours of study

180-200 per course.

Fees

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What do I do now?

Request a copy of the brochure and/or contact the Programme Co-ordinator.
Download an enrolment form.
For further information free phone 0508 650 200 or email