University of North Texas 
The bachelor’s program provides a general educational foundation for students preparing to enter and succeed in the
information profession.
Objectives
Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills in the following areas:
Information in a Changing Society
Understand the roles and impact of information, information policies, and professional
practices on diverse populations in a rapidly changing technological and global information
society.
Human Information Needs
Understand human information needs and behaviors to develop and implement information
systems and services that meet user needs.
Professional Preparation
Apply the professional practices needed to succeed in information-related occupations
and prepare for continued study in a professional master’s degree program.
Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
Understand the philosophy, principles, and legal and ethical responsibilities of the information field.
