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Library and Information Science

Introduction

The School of Library and Information Science offers the Master of Library and Information Science degree. In addition, the school provides a program that certifies prospective library media specialists in schools.

The school's programs prepare students to work in all types of libraries and information centers, as well as in a variety of nontraditional information activities. Moreover, the student may prepare to work with children or adults, in public or technical services, in reference or cataloging, and in outreach with minorities or special patron groups. The school's program includes theory, research and practical experience in a mix where the basic philosophy is built on the premise that the school's role is to prepare future information professionals to practice their profession effectively.

The degree is delivered using a variety of different formats: face to face, totally online, and hybrid (mixture of online and face to face).

The school is prepared to offer:

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