Course Overview

Our MSc/PgDip Information & Library Studies is a conversion degree explicitly designed for graduates from any discipline. Previous students have joined us from various backgrounds, including History, English Literature, Forensic science, Psychology, Chemistry and Linguistics.

This internationally-recognised, professionally accredited conversion degree will provide a pathway into a continuously evolving and exciting profession that supports and underpins society's economic fabric.

This CILIP-accredited degree offers reciprocal accreditation for international applicants in countries including the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and others. This means you can come to Scotland to study and work back home as a qualified information professional, or go abroad to work if you are from the UK.

Meeting the information needs of society is at the core of the work of the information professional. This programme will provide you with a range of skills in high demand from employers. These include the ability to organise, synthesise, and use information to advance society. Suitable for those holding an undergraduate degree from any discipline, the degree will prepare you for a wide range of positions in the information field. 

General Eligibility

Academic requirements

Minimum second-class Honours degree or international equivalent.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.0 (with no component below 5.5).