Master in Library and Information Science

 

 

 

The graduate program in Library and Information Science is expected to be one of the enduring successes of the American University in the Emirates, bringing together a mixture of theory and practice that truly demonstrates activities found in the workplace. The course will enable learners to obtain a professionally accredited graduate level qualification. The course also focuses on the digital transition of recent years, coupled with high level skills in organizing, managing and retrieving information using modern tools and techniques.

Aims

• Have a clear understanding of the principles of library science, awareness of delivery systems and information service delivery
• Develop skills in information organization and retrieval
• Apply skills in understanding and evaluating developments in IT for library information services
• Develop advanced level skills in undertaking independent research and evaluation of projects

Course Content & Benefits
The program is delivered on a full-time basis in campus at Dubai International Academic City. Undergraduates from any discipline are welcome to undertake their studies in this field. The program enables both the understanding and application of how information is organized, structured, retrieved, managed and disseminated for documentation and business activities.

Student Experience and Participation
This is an intensive, though enjoyable and engaging graduate program using a range of teaching techniques – focused around lectures, tutorials, group-work, seminars and laboratory sessions. The idea is to integrate theory with professional and vocational practices allowing students to develop an understanding of the principles and ideas of contemporary information management. Students will also have the opportunity to work independently or with minimal guidance. Students will be encouraged to reflect on the role of the information professional against the wider context of the legal and ethical issues involved.

Practicum & Internship
The internship is a mandatory component of MLIS program. This offers students an opportunity to apply acquired theories to the professional environment. It has been found to be enormously beneficial to the students and particularly valuable in informing and developing ideas and theories for the dissertation.

Career Opportunities

• Librarian
• Executives
• Researchers
• Library Management
• Government and Diplomatic Sector
• Information and Research Management
• Information Analyst in Public and Private Sectors

The Study Plan

 1. Compulsory (30 Credits)

 a. Core Requirements Courses (08 Courses/ 24 Credits)

 b. Thesis (6 Credits)

Students in MLIS program have to write a thesis that allows students to demonstrate their ability to work on their own and present a cogent defense of a central claim.

2. Free Electives (2 Courses/6 Credits)

Students are free to select two courses (6 credits hours) from the following courses. 

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