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Information Studies (Non-Thesis): Project (M.I.St.) at McGill University

McGill University, Canada

Programme overview

The Master of Information Studies Non-Thesis: Project, accredited by the American Library Association, is a 48-credit program, with a research project component of 15 credits. The program focuses on the intellectual foundations for careers as information professionals, competencies in managing information and knowledge resources, equal access to information, the appropriate use of technology in meeting information needs, research in the field of library and information studies, and commitment to professional service for individuals, organizations and society.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts  |  Department: Information Studies  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

What you will study

The 48-credit programme comprises required courses (33 credits) and elective courses (0-12 credits).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum Standing equivalent to a McGill CGPA of 3.0/4.0 or a GPA of 3.2/4.0 for the last two full-time academic years. Library and information studies courses taken before or as part of an undergraduate degree, or in a school with a program not accredited by the American Library Association, cannot be credited toward the M.I.St.

Apply through the official page: https://www.mcgill.ca/gradapplicants/apply

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