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Master of Library and Information Science at University of Fort Hare

University of Fort Hare, South Africa

Programme overview

A Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree provides an advanced understanding of the organization, management, and dissemination of information in a variety of formats and settings. This degree equips students with a comprehensive knowledge of information retrieval, digital libraries, information technology, and the ethical and legal aspects of information management. By exploring topics such as archival studies, data curation, and information policy, students develop the intellectual tools necessary to navigate and shape the evolving landscape of information access and preservation.

Faculty: Social Sciences and Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Alice, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Career pathways

Career opportunities listed on the page include Librarian, Information Architect, Archivist, Digital Archivist, Cataloger, Information Specialist, Data Curator, Researcher.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Main intake: first semester starts 2 February 2026; second semester starts 13 July 2026.

Applications for Masters and Honours open 1 May 2026 and close 31 October 2026; the application fee is R120.

The application fee of R120 is non-refundable and payable on or before 30 September; late applications for undersubscribed qualifications carry a fee of R300.

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