MSc Information Systems
School of Information, Faculty of Social Sciences
If you're considering a career in information management, a masters from Sheffield can give you the grounding you need. If you're an experienced professional, we can enhance your skills.
About the course1 year full-time/2-3 years part-time You'll develop practical and theoretical knowledge, and learn how to apply it effectively. Jointly run with the Department of Computer Science, this course lets you specialise in either organisational and informational issues, or in more advanced computational issues. Entry requirementsYou'll need a first degree in any subject. Relevant work experience is an advantage, but we'll give equal consideration to candidates without experience. English language requirements for overseas studentsOverall IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students Core modules
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Fees and fundingYou may be eligible for a competitive studentship under the AHRC's Professional Preparation Masters scheme. Contact us for further details. Financial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: E: is@sheffield.ac.uk |
Your careerYour masters prepares you for a library or IT-related career in any sector where information management is key. Graduates also become consultants to organisations who value their expertise. Your subjectIn the information age, effective use of information improves the world and makes a positive difference to our lives. It is also central to economic development. The rapid pace of technological change and the globalisation of markets means that organisations in all sectors must realise the value of information systems. The world needs graduates who are information literate. Our department has been rated as the UK’s number one for Information Studies research in every single Research Assessment Exercise. Employers know our masters students are taught by experts at the forefront of their fields. Rated the UK's best library and information science department in every single Research Assessment Exercise.Learning environmentWe make sure you have all the tools you'll need. Our dedicated departmental teaching suite contains two networked laboratories with 60 computers, a 30-seat lecture room and two seminar rooms, and you can connect your laptop to our wireless network. For research, the Michael Lynch Research Computing Laboratory has networked PCs and UNIX-based workstations. We're right in the middle of things, next to St George's Library and close to the new state-of-the-art Information Commons, so you'll easily be able to access the University's many resources. Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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