The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP).
This full time or part time Library Science MSc/MA course focuses on library services of all kind, and on the migration of such services towards digital collections and environments. It is intended primarily for those working in or planning to work in, collection orientated professions.
The MA/MSc Library Science is a part of the Information Studies Scheme (ISS) and has several modules in common with MSc Information Science and MA/MSc Information Management in the Cultural Sector. Students may be able to transfer between these courses during their first term.
Key features of all ISS courses include:
• balance between academic rigour and professional relevance
• focus on conceptual, philosophical and historical aspects, as a basis for reflective practice and life-long learning
• research-based teaching, emphasising the relevance of research and critical evaluation for professional success
• use of practitioner lecturers to complement academic staff
• balance between face-to-face teaching, taking advantage of our central London location, and e-learning support
• international outlook, with a possibility of study abroad
• collaboration with the main information-sector recruitment agencies, to ensure course relevance and assist in graduate employment.
Please see the ISS FAQs for further details.
The minimum entry requirement is a good second class Honours degree from a UK university, a recognized equivalent from an accredited international institution or an equivalent professional qualification. Previous relevant professional experience will also be considered. Applicants should also have good professional English.
For those students whose first language is not English, one of the following qualifications is also required:
INTO Postgraduate preparation Programmes
If you do not qualify for direct entry, our partner INTO City University London offers academic preparation programmes which focus on the skills you need. Successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Science and Engineering at INTO City University London means guaranteed progression to this degree.
Additionally, the University works in partnership with KIC London to provide preparatory courses for international students. Foundation and Pre Masters courses at KIC London offer comprehensive support to students including regular one-to-one tuition. Progression to the University is guaranteed if you complete the KIC London course at the required level.
INTO English Language Programmes
If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this course, our partner, INTO City University London offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for entry to this degree. Please click the links below for more information.
Full-time EU: £8,000 (2013/14 fees); Part-time EU: £4,000 (per year) (2013/14 fees). Full-time Non EU: £13,500 (2013/14 fees); Part-time Non EU: £6,750 (per year) (2013/14 fees)
Scholarships
Highly qualified applicants may be eligible for an award under the Arts & Humanities Research Council’s Professional Preparation Master’s Scheme.
The Alex McVitty Memorial Award offers one scholarship each year to a full time applicant wishing to develop a career in law librarianship.
The School of Informatics offers a number of scholarships of £2,000 for both home and overseas well-qualified postgraduate applicants on one year full-time master’s courses. The scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to the most promising applicants.
We provide a comprehensive list of other funding sources, such as Career Development Loans, Research Council Studentships, Access to Learning Funds, and Charities and Trusts. here. There are no mandatory awards (direct government grants to students) for postgraduate study. Applicants should consider carefully the cost of fees and maintenance at an early stage in the application process.
Library Science graduates have an excellent record of finding suitable jobs and going on to successful careers, most commonly in public, academic and school libraries, consultancies, special libraries and information services and publishing. The course is also an excellent preparation for further study and research.
The course involves study of 7 core modules and 1 elective module, plus a dissertation.
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