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Digital Information Management, MSc

London Metropolitan University, Faculty of Computing


Disciplines:
  • Computer Science & IT
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Country: United Kingdom Duration: 12 Months
City: London Start Date: March, September
Educational Form:
  • Taught
Languages: English 
Education Variants:
  • Part Time
  • Full Time
Annual Tuition Fee: € 6022
€ 9977 (non-EEA)

Programme Description

New media and new technologies have caused a sea change in the way information is managed. In the twenty-first century, the information professional is as likely to be managing databases, digital collections or intranets as they are traditional resources. With this technological explosion have come new opportunities for information professionals across the world.

The MSc Digital Information Management combines the expertise of London Metropolitan's Information Management and Digital Media specialists to provide a firm foundation of professional knowledge for the digital age. The course combines the theoretical and practical elements necessary to build a career in the information profession, with a focus on developing and managing digital collections and resources. Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals, the course provides a first step towards a career in this vibrant and fast-changing aspect of information work.

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Contents

The course consists of four core taught modules, two optional modules and a dissertation of 12,000-15,000 words.

The taught core modules include: * Digital Information Principles
* Information Architecture
* New Media Management
* Applied Information Research

You then select two optional modules from the following: * Digital Libraries
* Managing an Intranet/Extranet Project
* E-Solutions

You will also be required to produce a dissertation of 12-15,000 words on a topic of relevance to digital information management.

You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.

Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.

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Requirements

The minimum entry requirement will normally be a lower second class Honours degree. Applicants will also be considered who have a relevant professional qualification and/or extensive relevant experience, gained in a library, information or digital environment.

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