Master of Science in Information and Library Studies
University of Strathclyde
UK,Scotland
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 26,100/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
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UK, Scotland
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1948
Total Students: 23,000 +
Int. Students: 3,700 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
16 Richmond St, Glasgow G1 1XQ, United Kingdom
Master of Science in Information and Library Studies
Program Overview
This internationally-recognised, professionally-accredited conversion degree will provide you with a pathway into a continuously-evolving and exciting profession which supports and underpins the economic fabric of society.
For international applicants, this CILIP-accredited degree offers reciprocal accreditation in countries including the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and others. This means you can come to Scotland to study and work back home as a qualified information professional, or go abroad to work if you are from the UK.
Meeting the information needs of society is at the core of the work of the information professional. According to recent research from the learning company Pearson, the information profession will be one of the top in-demand careers in the UK and the USA through 2030.
This programme will provide you with a range of skills in high demand from employers. These include the ability to organise, synthesise, and make use of information for the advancement of society. Suitable for those holding an undergraduate degree from any discipline, the degree will prepare you for a wide range of positions in the information field.
Professional work experience
You'll obtain professional work experience via a one-day per week (one semester) work placement that is an essential integral part of the course.
On work placements, you'll see fundamental theories and practices gained through classroom and laboratory learning put into practical application. Work placements are available across many sectors and include key information service providers such as:
- Glasgow Life
- National Library of Scotland
- British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)
- University of Glasgow
- Scottish Enterprise
- Scottish Poetry Library
Study with us
- Incorporates international reciprocal agreements with the professional bodies in the US (American Library Association), Canada, Australia (Australian Library and Information Association) and New Zealand (Library and Information Association of New Zealand Aotearoa)
- Benefit from practical experience of a placement
- Ranked in the top 50 library and information management schools in the world by QS and our graduates go on to work in a variety of roles
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 26,100 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of Strathclyde
CAD 9,207 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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