MA in Information Literacy
We´re proud to introduce a unique new masters course focusing on the fast-developing area of information literacy. The aims of the course are simple:
- to develop your understanding of information literacy theory and practice
- to prepare you for the role of educator in information literacy
About the course
The MA will deepen your understanding of information literacy and information behaviour in different contexts. Reflecting on your experiences of learning and teaching, you will engage critically with different approaches and build a foundation for a career in which educating others in information literacy is a key role.
Information for life
In an Information Society, we all need to be information literate. With so much information available in so many forms, we have to know exactly what we need, where to get it and how to use it. To play an active role in society, to address everyday issues and problems, we need to learn new skills that help us evaluate, organise and communicate information.
Information for empowerment
Information literate students are better equipped to realise their potential. Information literate employees add value to their organisations. Information literate people are empowered. They can judge the value of information presented to them by government, media and corporations. And they can express their opinions.
Information for learning
There´s a growing demand for experts in the theory and practice of information literacy, people who are qualified and motivated to educate citizens for lifelong learning in information literacy. As well as roles in schools, universities and colleges, there are opportunities to support lifelong learners in corporate settings and through informal learning, for example in public libraries.
Our new MA in Information Literacy is designed to produce graduates who are ready to engage with these challenges.
Course structure
Core (compulsory) modules provide a foundation in the central areas of information literacy and learning: Education for Information Literacy; Information Resources and Information Literacy; Information Retrieval: search engines and digital libraries; Educational Informatics; Information Literacy Research; and Research Methods.
Optional modules enable you to further your understanding of particular work or sector contexts, or develop expertise in a specialist area of librarianship and information management. There is a wide choice of modules including: Electronic Publishing, modules focusing on specific library sectors, Business Intelligence, Health Information, and Human Computer Interaction. The dissertation allows you to pursue a topic of particular interest in more depth.
Postgraduate Prospectus entry for this degree, including entry requirements and details of the modules you will study.
Study options
You can take the MA full-time over 12 months, or part-time over 2–3 years.
You have the option to study for a PG Certificate and PG Diploma, or take individual modules over time to build up credits towards a qualification.
What qualifications do I need?
At least a second class honours degree or equivalent. Relevant work experience in either a library and information or an educational workplace is an advantage. If English is your second language, you may have to provide IELTS/TOEFL scores or other evidence of English language proficiency.
Further Information
To discuss the programme in more detail, please contact the Programme Coordinator:
Ms Sheila Webber - Programme Coordinator