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Overview
The ability to manage the growing array of information tools has led to new opportunities for those who want to work in the information field, a discipline which bridges the management of both traditional and emerging information sources.
Career Prospects
The Library and Information Science program from the University of Pittsburgh, which is accredited by the ALA through 2020, is designed to anticipate changes in the information environment and to educate the next generation of creative and entrepreneurial information professionals who can serve in a wide variety of capacities and in various settings.
Information professionals are the human element that connects people, information, and technology. The MLIS degree program provides a strong grounding in the skills, knowledge, and ethical practices of the information professions to prepare graduates to serve as critically reflective and actively engaged experts in the broader role of information in culture and society.
We encourage the development of creativity, professionalism, and proactive attitude to meet the needs of various clienteles. Our graduates have careers not only in the library, archive and museum settings, but in government, corporate, non-profit, and entrepreneurial environments as well. The MLIS program will prepare a diverse population of graduate students to make a difference in their communities through a rewarding and forward-thinking career path.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Lifecycles of Data and Information
- Data and Information in Systems
- The Information Professional in the Community
- Identifying Information Needs of Knowledge Organizations
- Implementing Solutions for Knowledge Organizations
- Integrating Solutions for Knowledge Organizations
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
36 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Library Science Informatics & Information Technology View 736 other Masters in Informatics & Information Technology in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Letters of Recommendation
- Transcripts
- Predictor Test Scores
- Resume
- A statement of no more than 500 words that includes the following elements: Outlines your career goals; Reflects on your relevant work experience in libraries, information centers, or other relevant environments; Highlights your relevant experience using information technology
Tuition Fee
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International
43000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 43000 USD per year during 12 months. -
National
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In-State
25360 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25360 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Pittsburgh
1148 - 1944 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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