Information Studies (Bilingual) University of Ottawa

Overview

The Information Studies (Bilingual) programme at the University of Ottawa provides a comprehensive graduate education designed to prepare professionals for the evolving digital and physical information landscape. Students engage in a rigorous academic environment that balances theoretical foundations with practical applications in librarianship and data management. This degree is uniquely structured to support linguistic diversity, ensuring graduates are proficient in both English and French within a professional context.

Why Information Studies (Bilingual) at University of Ottawa?

The University of Ottawa is ranked among the top research universities in Canada, providing a prestigious backdrop for graduate study. Located in the nation's capital, the School of Information Studies benefits from proximity to major federal institutions, the Morisset Library, and specialised research centres like the Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute. Students gain access to a diverse research community focused on shaping the digital world and advancing just societies through effective information governance.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 9721 per semester
• National fee: CAD 2844 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed around a core set of compulsory modules followed by specialised electives or research components. Students can choose between a course-based path, a thesis-based track, or a competitive co-op option. Modules may include:

• Foundations of Information Professions
• Knowledge Organization
• Information Resource Management
• Information Resource Discovery
• Management Foundations for the Information Professional
• Research and Evaluation an Information Studies
• Capstone Experience
• Advanced Research Methods in Information Studies
• Applied Research Project

Careers with Information Studies (Bilingual)

Graduates are equipped for diverse roles across the public and private sectors, particularly in environments requiring bilingual expertise. The programme prepares individuals for high-level positions such as library directors, metadata managers, and information architects. Other common career paths include:

• Digital Curators
• Knowledge Management Analysts
• Records Managers
• Web Content Managers
• Privacy Analysts
• Controlled Vocabulary Specialists

The combination of technical information skills and bilingual proficiency makes graduates highly competitive for roles in government agencies, academic institutions, and international organisations.