Library and Information Management introduces you to the world of information, in all forms, from digital to analogue across every sector. This CILIP accredited programme is your passport to a career in the information profession.
Recognised and approved by the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP), this route prepares graduates of all disciplines for a career in the modern information society across all industries.
The taught element is equivalent to a postgraduate diploma and, as a professional qualification, enables progression to chartership in your first professional post.
Your study will focus on the principles for the organisation, retrieval and accessibility of information, and on the strategic management of information organisations, such as libraries, the information landscape, for example online and on the web, and on the development of library services of all kinds. Successful completion of a dissertation develops your knowledge of the field and skills as a researc...
1 year full-time (MA and PGDip)
2 years part-time (MA and PGDip)
3 years part-time (MA only)
The course is recognised and approved by CILIP (The Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals) and the combination of taught units, a dissertation and optional fieldwork will prepare you to take a leading role in the rapidly evolving knowledge and information industries, and enhance your skills for employability. Learning takes place in a vibrant environment and you will be able to take advantage of our excellent connections to the sector via fieldwork placements and a regular programme of visiting speakers.
The programme leader for this course is Dr Geoff Walton. Geoff has over 30 years of experience working in the library and information sector as a chartered librarian and academic. He is an active member of CILIP including the Information Literacy Group (ILG) where he Chairs the Editorial Board for the Journal of Information Literacy. He has researched information and digital literacy extensively and published many peer reviewed journal articles and 7 books.
Whether you've already made your decision about what you want to study, or you're just considering whether postgraduate study is right for you, there are lots of ways you can meet us and find out more about postgraduate student life at Manchester Met.
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Your studies are supported by a department of committed and enthusiastic teachers and researchers, experts in their chosen field.
We often link up with external professionals too, helping to enhance your learning and build valuable connections to the working world.
You will normally have a second class honours degree or above (or international or professional equivalent) in any discipline.
Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. Accepted English qualifications can be viewed here.
Full-time fee: £6,334 to £9,500 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
Part-time fee: £1056 per 20 credits to £1584 per 30 credits studied per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
Full-time fee: £12,334 to £18,500 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
Part-time fee: £2056 per 20 credits to £3084 per 30 credits studied per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
A masters qualification typically comprises 180 credits, a PGDip 120 credits, a PGCert 60 credits, and an MFA 300 credits. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of study provided the course is completed in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).
Optional estimate: £400
All of the books required for the course are available from the library. The University also has PC labs and a laptop loan service. However, many students choose to buy some of the core textbooks for the course and/or a laptop. Students may also need to print their assignments and other documents. Campus printing costs start from 5p per page. Estimated costs are £300 for a laptop and up to £100 for books and printing. Total optional cost: £400.
The increase in available digital information has led to a growing demand for professionals who have an understanding of information organisations.
As well as libraries, this includes the health sector, industries of cultural heritage, research, publishing, broadcast and media, and those employed to develop methods for storing, curating, accessing and using information in innovative ways. You will be ideally placed to pursue a career as an information professional.
Graduates on this longstanding masters course have been successful in building careers as diverse as librarians, eTextbook programme managers, digital heritage specialists, information scientists, media researchers, records managers, web developers, learning resources managers, digital librarians, health librarians for the NHS, and government archivists.
Naomi, MA Library and Information Management
Naomi is now the Knowledge Service Assistant at the Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.
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The application submission deadlines for September 2024 entry are:
International students: Monday 22nd July 2024
UK or Home/ Channel Islands/ IOM students: Applications remain open - deadline to be confirmed
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