MA /PG Certificate /PG Diploma in Librarianship in Sheffield United Kingdom | The University of Sheffield

The University of Sheffield | Sheffield United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 25,060
(c. USD33,534.04)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Designed for proactive individuals with strong communication and organizational abilities, this program is perfect for those aspiring to pursue careers in library and information services across diverse industries. The MA and PG Diploma qualifications hold CILIP accreditation. You'll gain exposure to cutting-edge knowledge and methodologies required to thrive in this rapidly evolving field. The curriculum covers essential IT proficiencies, management techniques, and information management, along with numerous specialized topics.

Successful information professionals require robust data management capabilities, leadership qualities, and interpersonal skills, coupled with an awareness of technology's transformative impact on information services. They must also possess the creativity, dedication, and passion to contribute meaningfully to the dynamic changes occurring in today's information landscape.

Librarians and information specialists play a crucial role in locating, managing, organizing, and providing access to the growing volumes of information available in physical, digital, and multimedia formats. This program equips you for professional positions spanning from public service to corporate environments.

For applicants with two or more years of relevant experience in the information field seeking advanced study, our Professional Enhancement option offers tailored opportunities. This pathway caters to working professionals aiming to advance their careers, providing increased flexibility in course selection to acknowledge your prior knowledge and skills.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Main course
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree.
Professional Enhancement
This is a different route to the main course. It's aimed at those who already have relevant work experience. To apply for this route you need either:

an undergraduate degree in any subject discipline and at least 2 years' relevant work experience, or
an undergraduate degree in any subject together with an acceptable relevant professional qualification and at least 2 years' relevant work experience

IELTS - Overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component,
TOEFL - Overall score of 88 with a minimum of 19 in Listening, 20 in Reading, 22 in Speaking and 19 in Writing,

Tuition GBP 25,060

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