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| Application Deadline: | We have no specific application deadline, and an early application is recommended | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 5,560 - ≈ € 13,785 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | London / United Kingdom | ||
| Duration: | 12 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Languages: | English | ||
This 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.
Teaching and Assessment
Teaching involves a mix of formal lectures, seminar discussions, practical exercises, and private study, depending on the nature of the material. Face-to-face contact is supported by e-learning materials and social media. Assessment on all components is usually by individual coursework assignment.
Career Prospects
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.
Course Content
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.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
Take testEach application is considered on its merits and is given full consideration by admissions staff.
The usual minimum entrance requirement is a good second class honours degree from a UK university, a recognised equivalent from an accredited overseas institution or an equivalent professional qualification.
Applicants should have good professional English. For students whose first language is not English, an IELTS score of 6.5 or TOEFL score of 100 (internet-based) 600 (paper-based) or 250 (computer-based version) is required.
Previous academic and commercial experience will also be considered.
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 100 |
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