University of Arizona Multiple locations Tucson , Arizona , United States
Overview
A Library and Information Science degree will prepare you for a meaningful and exciting career in library and information professions in the 21st Century.
The Master of Arts in Library and Information Science program at University of Arizona covers various disciplines, ethics, and values of library and information science augmented by an interdisciplinary approach to knowledge and information.
Career
Depending on your career interests, you can concentrate your coursework in areas such as:
- archival studies
- academic, public, special, and law librarianship
- digital information management
- legal information and scholarly communication
- medical and community health information
Our curriculum reflects the diversity of library and information environments. It touches the areas students will eventually work and the populations they will serve.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:- Foundations of Library and Information Services
- Research Methods for Library and Information Professionals
- Capstone Internship
- Cultural Perspectives on Libraries and Information
- Information Services and Evaluation
- Management of Information Services
- Information Technology & Networked Digital Information
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Credits
37 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Library Science Informatics & Information Sciences View 72 other Masters in Library Science in United StatesExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 79
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Unofficial transcripts from ALL higher education institutions attended (official transcripts are not needed until applications have been recommended to the Graduate College by the School of Information)
- Unofficial proof of English proficiency scores (international students only) - official scores will be sent directly to the university
- Current resumé or curriculum vitae (CV) in the "Supplemental Questions" section
- Write a 750-1000 word Statement of Purpose that outlines any library experience, knowledge or skills you have that would make you successful in the program
- Provide email addresses and contact information for two recommenders in the ‘Letters of Recommendation’ section. Letters of recommendation must be uploaded by the recommenders no later than the application deadline. Letters of recommendation uploaded past the deadline will not be considered
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International
20126 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 10063 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months. -
National
20126 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 10063 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months. -
In-State
11938 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 5969 USD per semester and a duration of 12 months.
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.
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