Closing dates for the MLIS in 2009

The closing date for the 2009 MLIS program at VUW has been extended until the 1 December, from Brenda Chawner [LIM Programmes Director]:

We will begin assessing completed applications in early December, and expect to let applicants know the outcome before Christmas. If places are still available after that, late applications may be accepted in the New Year.

Therefore, it's not too late!
If you're thinking about it, I thoroughly recommend the MLIS as a flexible learning option. Maybe if you are unsure, you can tentively take the first step by just doing a COP [Certificate of Proficiency] for a topic you are interested in to see if its for you.

Study options for 2008

Planning to make the leap into Library and Information studies this year? Here are some options for study in New Zealand.

The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand
The Open Polytechnic have a range of undergrad programmes from Degrees such as the BA Information & Library Studies Major to the ever popular Diplomas in Information & Library Studies (Level 5) and (Level 6).

The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand is government-owned and funded, delivering courses throughout New Zealand and internationally.

All courses meet rigorous and transparent quality standards. They are either accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority or approved by the Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics Quality (ITPQuality).

The Open Polytechnic courses may be a good option for busy people who like the flexibility of Open and Distance Learning.

Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, School of Information Management.
There are a number of postgrad degrees to choose at the Vic Uni from the Certificate / Diploma in Archives and Records Management (Cert/Dip ArcRec) and Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) and Master of Information Management (MIM).
You can either study on campus or some courses such as the MLIS offer distance study through Internet conferencing software. You can take your time with the MLIS as well and complete it over 1-4 years.

Te Wānanga o Raukawa
Two options are available from Te Wānanga o Raukawa which offers specialised Māori and Information Management programs.
Diploma in Māori and Information Management, DipMIM
Bachelor of Māori and Information Management, BMIM
If anyone has taken one of these courses, it would be great to hear about your experiences.