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Expand+Applicants should present with a primary (bachelor's) degree in any subject with an overall score of 2.1 or higher.
A minimum of 6 weeks' experience working in a library or information environment.
Names and contact details of two referees who ...
Hide-Applicants should present with a primary (bachelor's) degree in any subject with an overall score of 2.1 or higher.
A minimum of 6 weeks' experience working in a library or information environment.
Names and contact details of two referees who can assess their intellectual ability, maturity and motivation.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
While applications are accepted up to August of the year of entry, offers are made to suitably qualified candidates on a first-come-first-served basis so early application is recommended. Entry to the programmes is very competitive and the number of places is limited.
Please note that while it is necessary to have experience of work in a library or information environment before commencing the MLIS, you may apply for a place before obtaining this experience. If you don’t have experience, you should indicate what plans you have to fulfill this requirement.
These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes
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| Course Content |
Expand+Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)
The Masters in Library and Information Studies programme is designed to prepare university graduates for careers as information or library professionals.
An internationally recognised qualification.
It ...
Hide-Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)
The Masters in Library and Information Studies programme is designed to prepare university graduates for careers as information or library professionals.
An internationally recognised qualification.
It gives access to a wide range of careers in the information economy, including librarianship.
The curriculum includes a research based project.
Who should Apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes
Part Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
The MLIS programme is designed to prepare university graduates for professional careers in library and information careers.
Vision & Values Statement
The UCD School of Information and Communication Studies strives to educate students to become the leaders, policy makers, and designers of information systems and services in the evolving information society. The Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) and the Graduate Diploma in Library and Information Studies (GradDip) programmes instill professional ethics and social responsibility, foster lifelong continuing professional education, and provide opportunities for active engagement with diverse communities. Our modules are offered in face-to-face, blended, and online classrooms. Reflective practices and collaborative work constitute the core of our learning activities.
Programme Content:
Articulate knowledge of the key concepts, theories, and issues in library and information studies
Discuss the evolving role of information professionals in cultural, corporate, governmental, and non-governmental institutions
Develop and evaluate information lifecycle, including information seeking, evaluation, use, organisation and management
Assess users’ needs in diverse information environments and meeting community and societal needs, including information behaviour, users studies, needs analysis and other forms of active engagement
Engage in discussion pertaining to ethical, technical and technological issues associated with information acquisition, management, presentation and use
Demonstrate management and teamwork competencies, including project management and leadership
Use traditional and digital media effectively, including oral presentations, poster presentations, and social media
Develop, manage and implement the research process in a professional context
Articulate knowledge of the key concepts, theories, and issues in library and information studies
Assess users’ needs in diverse information environments and meeting community and societal needs, including information behaviour, users studies, needs analysis and other forms of active engagement
Demonstrate management and teamwork competencies, including project management and leadership
Develop and evaluate information lifecycle, including information seeking, evaluation, use, organisation and management
Develop, manage and implement the research process in a professional context
Discuss the evolving role of information professionals in cultural, corporate, governmental, and non-governmental institutions
Engage in discussion pertaining to ethical, technical and technological issues associated with information acquisition, management, presentation and use
Use traditional and digital media effectively, including oral presentations, poster presentations, and social media
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+Careers & Employability
Our Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) programme allows students to earn degrees that are accredited by professional organizations and are internationally recognised. These degrees qualify students to work as ...
Hide-Careers & Employability
Our Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) programme allows students to earn degrees that are accredited by professional organizations and are internationally recognised. These degrees qualify students to work as library and information professionals in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and throughout Europe. Recent graduates have dynamic careers as Chief Information Officers, Library Directors and Knowledge Managers.
ICS also has vibrant research programmes and activities. Some MLIS students continue their studies to take PhD or MLitt degrees at the School.
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