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MA Library and Information Studies

  • DeadlineStudy Details: 1 year - 5 years

Masters Degree Description

Progress your career in library or information work through this degree that blends traditional principles with innovative approaches. The Library and Information Studies MA is accredited by both the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP) and the American Library Association Committee on Accreditation, with the status of Initial accreditation. The next comprehensive review visit is scheduled for Spring 2031. Taught at UCL, a home of professional library training and education for more than 100 years, this is an outstanding learning opportunity.

Entry Requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Paid or voluntary experience in a library or information service, or with information work.

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Fees

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Student Destinations

This course prepares students for employment in the library and information sector, including promotion to a qualified librarian role, such as library assistant/clerk or librarian. Our graduates work at a range of employers including Bodleian Libraries, the University of Cambridge and local councils. Others continue into further study.*

Module Details

Compulsory modules

  • Cataloguing and Classification
  • Managing collections
  • Supporting information users
  • Managing Information Organisations
  • Using technology in information organisations
  • The Library and Information Professional
  • Dissertation
  • Historical Bibliography
  • Manuscript Studies
  • Information literacy
  • Knowledge Organisation
  • Information Governance

Optional modules

  • Historical Bibliography
  • Manuscript Studies
  • Information literacy
  • Knowledge Organisation
  • Information Governance

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