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MA - Master of Arts
University of Sheffield
Online
SEP-25
2 years
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MA - Master of Arts
University of Sheffield
Online
SEP-25
3 years
MA - Master of Arts
University of Sheffield
Online
SEP-25
2 years
Select a an exam type
Course description
This course will introduce you to the best current thinking and practice, and equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to enter this fast-developing sector. You'll learn core competencies in IT, management and information handling, together with a wide range of specialisms.
The skills of librarians and information specialists are essential to identify, control, organise and make accessible the ever-increasing amounts of information available in paper, digital and multimedia formats. You'll be prepared for a professional role in areas ranging from public service to business. Students will also gain PGCert and PGDip awards in this course.
Accreditation
CILIP accredited for the MA and PG Diploma awards
Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
Minimum 2:2 undergraduate honours degree. You should also have around 12 months' information-related practical work experience. This is flexible depending on the level and relevance of your experience. If you don’t have a degree but your professional experience is extensive, you might be able to take the postgraduate certificate or diploma and upgrade to the MA later.
Students living in
Domestic
£6,035 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£6,035 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£6,035 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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