The skills for library and information professionals are in high demand as employers need to manage their most valuable assets in our global ‘information economy’. The MA Information Studies degree at Aberystwyth has an impressive track record, having produced some of the UK's, and indeed the world's, leading librarians and information professionals. This MA or Diploma, accredited by the UK’s Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP), will equip you to fulfil the essential role that companies and professional bodies need to compete effectively in a fast-moving national and international business environment.
Which department am I in?
Department of Information Studies
Study options
Full Time
(1 Year)
Tuition fees
£22,115.00 (US$ 28,560)
per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date
September 2027
Venue
Aberystwyth University - Penglais Campus
Aberystwyth University, Reception, Penglais,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 3FL, Wales, United Kingdom
Entry requirements
For international students
2:2 Bachelors (Honours) degree in any subject, or equivalent, with 6 weeks (around 200 hours) work experience in a relevant sector. Non-graduates will be considered individually based on relevant work experience.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.