Syracuse University: Master of Science in Library and Information Science
Ranked No. 3 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
In this 36-credit program, students learn to:
- Manage print and electronic information resources
- Exhibit a user-centered, service perspective and can apply principles and practices for aligning resources, systems, and services with communities of users
- Adapt their knowledge of professional principles and practices to different types of libraries and different information contexts
- Utilize a broad range of information technologies effectively for library and information services
- Work effectively as team leaders, team members, or independently
- Assume formal and informal management and leadership roles in their workplace and their profession
- Contribute to the debate concerning information issues and policy in an increasingly digital and global society
Electives: 14 credits
Students have a broad range of electives to choose from, including those available for students in the school’s other master’s degree programs. Students can pursue areas of individual interest through internships and independent studies.
This video from Director Scott Nicholson talks about exciting electives:
