MA Information and Library Studies (5 years route) at Aberystwyth University

Programme overview

A distance-learning MA (or Diploma) in information and library studies, accredited by CILIP and recognised for admission to the Register of Chartered Librarians, subject to chartership regulations. Students study while in employment, relating theory to their workplace.

Department: Department of Information Studies | Duration: Flexible, generally 2-5 years, distance learning | Intake: April 2027, September 2027, April 2028 | Location: Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Collection Management, Information Organisation and Retrieval, Information Services: Planning for Delivery, Information and Society, Research in the Profession, Studies in Management and a 60-credit dissertation. Options include Digital Preservation, Digital Information Literacy, Rare Books and Special Collections, School Libraries and Learning Resources and Archive Management.

Career pathways

Alumni include current and former national librarians; graduates work in the library and information sector and in wider information roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:2 Bachelors (Honours) degree in any subject, or equivalent. Distance learners must demonstrate 3 months (around 400 hours) of work experience and be in continued employment or regular volunteer work in a relevant sector; applicants give details of previous and current relevant experience and an up-to-date CV. Non-graduates are considered individually based on relevant work experience. English language for non-native speakers: IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Intake: April 2027, September 2027, April 2028

Duration: 5 years

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