Dublin,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MLIS Library and Information Studies in Belfield Ireland | University College Dublin
University College Dublin
|
Belfield Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
22,600
(c. USD26,337.14)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Master of Library and Information Studies program equips university graduates for careers across the library and information science field. This degree prepares students for professional opportunities in various environments such as academic institutions, public libraries, specialized collections, and information-centric positions within business, government, healthcare, and legal sectors. Our curriculum emphasizes professional ethics, social accountability, ongoing education, and meaningful interaction with diverse populations. Delivered through on-campus instruction, the MLIS builds essential professional capabilities alongside specialized expertise for library and information specialists. While providing a comprehensive foundation adaptable to various interests, the program also allows for focused study in specific domains to align with particular career goals.
DURATION:1 Year / 2 Years
NEXT INTAKE:2024/2025 September
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A minimum 2-1 award in a bachelors degree in any subject NFQ Level 8 or International equivalent
Names and contact details of two referees who can assess your intellectual ability maturity and motivation
If you do not meet the academic requirements above you must provide additional information to be considered for admission as listed below
A letter of reference from an academic who has taught the applicant
A statement describing their previous library experience which must be a minimum of 5 years
A letter from their work supervisor to confirm the length of experience the nature of the experience as meeting professional library tasks
We recommend a minimum of 6 weeks experience working in a library or information environment before applying for the MLIS
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
TOEFL IBT - iBT 90 no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in every other section in the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL.
Names and contact details of two referees who can assess your intellectual ability maturity and motivation
If you do not meet the academic requirements above you must provide additional information to be considered for admission as listed below
A letter of reference from an academic who has taught the applicant
A statement describing their previous library experience which must be a minimum of 5 years
A letter from their work supervisor to confirm the length of experience the nature of the experience as meeting professional library tasks
We recommend a minimum of 6 weeks experience working in a library or information environment before applying for the MLIS
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
TOEFL IBT - iBT 90 no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in every other section in the Test of English as a Foreign Language TOEFL.
Tuition
EUR
22,600