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City, University of London: Library Science
| Institution | City, University of London View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Library and Information Science View department profile |
| Web | https://www.city.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This course is for students with a first degree or equivalent in any discipline, who would like to work in a library, or similar collection-orientated organisation. It is also suitable for anyone wishing to update their knowledge and skills, in order to progress a career based around collections and services within galleries, libraries, museums and archives.
Library Science is a broad, interdisciplinary subject, the principles and practice of which underpin today’s information society. It appeals to students with an eye for detail, an interest in the organisation, technologies, and communication of information, and in understanding the organisational and wider social impacts of information policy, access and provision.
Objectives City’s MSc/MA Library Science aims to provide you with a deep understanding of collection-orientated institutions and services, and their relevance and impact within different layers of society.
The course examines the processes of information organisation, communication, access and provision, in order to understand how these activities can be designed and implemented to work towards individual development, organisational goals, and to support a fair and prosperous society.
The course considers the contemporary questions of library infrastructures and services, from both historical and philosophical perspectives. Our focus is divided equally between theory and its application to practice. You will benefit from a high level of engagement with practitioners, and we are pleased to welcome many leaders in the profession as guest speakers throughout the course.
Content covers fundamental concepts associated with libraries and library services, including: resources, collections, management, governance, publishing and information literacy. There is an emphasis on the use of new and emergent technologies; methods of investigation and analysis; ethical, legal and socio-political implications, and policy formulation.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally hold a second-class honours degree or the equivalent from an international institution in any discipline, or have LIS related work experience. Other suitable qualifications INTO City, University of London These programmes are designed for international students who do not meet the required academic and English language requirements for direct entry. To prepare for this degree course, learn more about the Graduate Diploma in Informatics. Kaplan International College London |
| Location | Northampton Square Finsbury Islington EC1V 0HB |
Fees
| EU | 20810 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| International | 20810 GBP for Year 1 |
| England | 10400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 10400 GBP for Year 1 |
A diverse, inclusive and multidisciplinary centre of study and cutting-edge research, in an unrivalled central London location.
The School of Science & Technology at City provides a first class education experience with state-of-the-art research facilities, in a thriving and vibrant London location.
The School’s academic experts are leaders in their fields, and through our academic research centres we influence, inspire and produce world-leading research in science and technology. This cutting-edge research directly informs the education our students receive.
Attracting gifted and highly motivated students from across the globe, we provide a friendly, diverse and stimulating learning environment which welcomes enquiring …
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