Library & Information Studies

MLIS Library & Information Studies
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 90)

The Master of Library and Information Studies is designed to prepare university graduates for careers in the library and information profession.

In the MLIS programme, you will learn how to organise, curate, disseminate and communicate information in local and global contexts. You will learn how to store, retrieve, and share information by understanding, applying, and designing best practices, standards and systems in the information world. You can also tailor your study to suit your career aspirations in pathways such as academic librarianship, public information services, and cultural institutions.

Who should apply?

Full Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. Yes

Part Time option suitable for:

Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No

The MLIS programme comprises students of a variety of academic and cultural backgrounds. The programme is ideal for both recent graduates and those seeking a career change. It is also ideal for individuals with advanced academic degrees seeking a professional qualification.

Stage 1 Core
Management for Information Professionals IS40370
Org of Info, Cat & Metadata IS40520
Information & Reference Services IS40530
Applied Research Methods IS40940
Research and Practice in LIS IS41060

Stage 1 - Option
Archives and their Users - Advocacy and the Archives Gateway ARCV40040
Managing Records & Information in Public & Private Organisations ARCV40070
Archives preservation ARCV41480
Web Publishing IS30020
People, Information & Communication: Our Information Behaviour IS40030
Research Practice IS40390
The Information Professional as Teacher IS40480
Digital Libraries IS40560
Children & Youth Info Services IS40570
UXD: User-Centered Design IS40610
Digital Curation:Core Concepts IS40630
Quantitative Data Analysis IS40730
Research Data Management IS40760
Service Learning IS40830
Data & Society IS40840
Scholarly Communication IS40900
Information Ethics IS41020
Informatics IS41090
Thesis (30 Credits) IS41110
Capstone Project (30 Credits) IS41160
iSchool Exchange IS41220

Applicants should present with a primary (bachelor's) degree in any subject with an overall score of 2.1 or higher.

A minimum of 6 weeks' experience working in a library or information environment.

Names and contact details of two referees who can assess their intellectual ability, maturity and motivation.

Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.

While applications are accepted up to August of the year of entry, offers are made to suitably qualified candidates on a first-come-first-served basis so early application is recommended. Entry to the programmes is very competitive and the number of places is limited.

Please note that while it is necessary to have experience of work in a library or information environment before commencing the MLIS, you may apply for a place before obtaining this experience. If you don't have experience, you should indicate what plans you have to fulfill this requirement.

These are the minimum entry requirements – additional criteria may be requested for some programmes

The following entry routes are available:

MLIS FT (W006)
Duration 1 Years
Attend Full Time
Deadline Rolling*

MLIS PT (W099)
Duration 2 Years
Attend Part Time
Deadline Rolling*

* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised

90

MLIS FT (W006): 1 year full-time
MLIS PT (W099): 2 years part-time.

MLIS Library & Information Studies (W006) Full Time
EU fee per year - € 7920
nonEU fee per year - € 19900

MLIS Library & Information Studies (W099) Part Time
EU fee per year - € 5115
nonEU fee per year - € 9950

***Fees are subject to change
Tuition fee information is available on the UCD Fees website.Please note that UCD offers a number of graduate scholarships for full-time, self-funding international students, holding an offer of a place on a UCD graduate degree programme.For further information please see International Scholarships.

Next Intake: 2020/2021 September

Careers & Employability
The Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) programme is accredited by Library Association of Ireland and is recognised internationally. Students are qualified to work as library and information professionals in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and throughout Europe. Recent graduates have dynamic careers as librarians in the higher education and the public sectors, as well as information officers in commercial settings.
ICS also has vibrant research programmes and activities. Some MLIS students continue their studies to take PhD or MLitt degrees at the School.