4.0 (50) Read 45 reviews
Overview
The Information and Library Studies MA degree offered at Aberystwyth University boasts library resources amongst the best in Europe.
Our Staff
Department of Information Management, Libraries & Archives lecturers are either qualified to PhD level or work in areas of the subject where professional practices are the focus. Many of the staff engage in research relevant to the theoretical and practical development of the discipline and the associated professions.
Employability
Qualification: MA/Diploma in Information and Library Studies
Our alumni include a number of current and former national librarians (Scotland, Wales, Malta and Malaysia), the first black national librarian in South Africa, and the former Director of the Bureau for Library and Information Services at the United Nations.
In addition to the traditional library and information service sector, our graduates also go on to work as:
- Information Officers
- Information Managers
- Information Systems Officers
- Information Analysts
- Computer Systems Officers
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Information Organisation and Retrieval
- Information Services: Planning for Delivery
- Information and Society
- Collection Management
- Studies in Management
- Collections Care
- Digital Collection Development
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 93
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Library Science Management Studies Media Management View 1919 other Masters in Management Studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 93
Other requirements
General requirements
- A good honours degree (in any discipline) at undergraduate level plus a minimum of 6 weeks’ relevant work experience. Candidates with equivalent experience and qualifications will be considered.
- Copies of University transcripts (certified translated copies are required if original document is not in English or Welsh).
- Copies of Degree certificates (certified translated copies are required if original document is not in English or Welsh).
- Personal statement within 1-2 A4 pages.
Tuition Fee
To alway see correct tuition fees
-
International
15500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15500 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
7650 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7650 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Aberystwyth
700 - 1300 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
Improve page content