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Expand+MLIS Library & Information Studies (W006) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 7640
nonEU fee per year - € 19200
MLIS Library & Information Studies (W099) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 4935
nonEU fee per year - € 96...
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EU fee per year - € 7640
nonEU fee per year - € 19200
MLIS Library & Information Studies (W099) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 4935
nonEU fee per year - € 9600
***Fees are subject to change
Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website. Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme. For further information please see International Scholarships.
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| Entry Requirements |
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.
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| Course Content |
Expand+MLIS Library & Information Studies
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 i...
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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 and 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 Outcomes
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
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Stage 1 - Core
Org of Info, Cat&Metadata
IS40520
Information & Reference Services
IS40530
Research Methods
IS40590
Foundations of Info Studies
IS40600
Stage 1 - Option
Archives sustainability and preservation managem...
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Org of Info, Cat&Metadata
IS40520
Information & Reference Services
IS40530
Research Methods
IS40590
Foundations of Info Studies
IS40600
Stage 1 - Option
Archives sustainability and preservation management
ARCV40030
Archives and their Users - Advocacy and the Archives Gateway
ARCV40040
Managing Records & Information in Public & Private Organisations
ARCV40070
Web Publishing
IS30020
Information Architecture: Designing the Web
IS30050
Cybersociety? Technology, Culture and Communication
IS30070
Managing Information Technology for Information Professionals
IS30340
The Digital Self
IS30350
Information Ethics
IS30370
Digital Storytelling
IS30380
Management for Information Professionals
IS40370
Research Practice
IS40390
The Information Professional as Teacher and Collaborator
IS40480
System Analysis & Design
IS40500
Digital Libraries
IS40560
Research Study
IS40580
UXD: User-Centered Design
IS40610
Digital Curation Tools
IS40620
Digital Curation:Core Concepts
IS40630
Research Data Manangement
IS40650
Thesis
IS40710
Capstone Project
IS40720
Quantitative Data Analysis
IS40730
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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 li...
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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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