Overview
In the era of big data, our professional graduates are driving the information society and digital economy as leaders, innovators, and managers in the areas of business, data, and technology.
The Information Management degree at University of Strathclyde also offers the opportunity to undertake an MSc with placement where you'll have the opportunity to work within an organisation to get hands-on practical experience.
This course is delivered by the Department of Computer & Information Sciences. The department is an iSchool member, a partnership of the world's leading information science departments. Our staff are regular contributors to the leading international Information Science Index (ISI) ranked library and information science journals, and are directly engaged in professional practice.
Core subjects include business systems analysis, data analytics, strategy, information law and an introduction to cutting-edge technologies. This is the only dual-recognised information management degree providing graduates with direct entry to two internationally-affiliated professional bodies.
Careers
Our highly skilled graduates are employed in a variety of roles across a wide range of industries. Among these roles are:
- Business Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Database Administrator/Analyst (DBA)
- Enterprise Architect
- Information Security Manager
- IT Test Manager
- Web Developer
Previous employers of our graduates include:
- Arthur Anderson
- Cap Gemini
- Price Waterhouse Coopers
- Sun Microsystems
- IBM
- Compaq
- Tesco
- Ericsson
- Analysys
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Business Analysis
- Machine Learning for Data Analytics
- Project Management
- Information Systems Architecture
- Database & Web Systems Development
- Information Retrieval
- Information Law
- Big Data Technologies
- Research Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
PgDip: 120
Delivered
Disciplines
Library Science Informatics & Information Technology Innovation Management View 23 other Masters in Library Science in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Minimum second class honours degree or international equivalent. You must have an English language minimum score of IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).
Tuition Fee
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International
20650 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20650 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9050 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9050 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Glasgow
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.