MSc Information Science
12 monthsProgramme duration
21,430 GBPTuition Fee/year
30 Jun, 2026Application Deadline
Sep, JanStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The MSc Information Science builds on the considerable research and professional expertise of our teaching staff. Many of our lecturers are experienced library and information science professionals who bring their hands-on knowledge directly into the classroom.
We place strong emphasis on workplace preparation, with practical learning and placement opportunities embedded into the programme. Employers, including members of the SCEBE Industry Advisory Board, have directly shaped the course to align with current and future work expectations — giving students opportunities to undertake projects with real-world organisations.
The course prepares students for work in information departments, research institutions, publishing and in archives, libraries and museums. Some students go on to records management and business analysis. The programme has been developed with current industry needs in mind and in alignment with professional library and information science bodies. This is the only iSchool in Edinburgh offering a postgraduate Information Science programme.
This course is designed to prepare you for careers in information departments, research institutions, publishing, libraries, archives, and museums. Some graduates progress into records management, business analysis, or knowledge management.
You’ll develop:
We place strong emphasis on workplace preparation, with practical learning and placement opportunities embedded into the programme. Employers, including members of the SCEBE Industry Advisory Board, have directly shaped the course to align with current and future work expectations — giving students opportunities to undertake projects with real-world organisations.
The course prepares students for work in information departments, research institutions, publishing and in archives, libraries and museums. Some students go on to records management and business analysis. The programme has been developed with current industry needs in mind and in alignment with professional library and information science bodies. This is the only iSchool in Edinburgh offering a postgraduate Information Science programme.
This course is designed to prepare you for careers in information departments, research institutions, publishing, libraries, archives, and museums. Some graduates progress into records management, business analysis, or knowledge management.
You’ll develop:
- Critical thinking skills in digital and media literacy
- Expertise in information management within an organisational context
- A strong understanding of knowledge communication and organisational learning
- The ability to apply theoretical foundations of information science in practice-based environments
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The MSc Information Science builds on the considerable research and professional expertise of our teaching staff. Many of our lecturers are experienced library and information science professionals who bring their hands-on knowledge directly into the classroom.
We place strong emphasis on workplace preparation, with practical learning and placement opportunities embedded into the programme. Employers, including members of the SCEBE Industry Advisory Board, have directly shaped the course to align with current and future work expectations — giving students opportunities to undertake projects with real-world organisations.
The course prepares students for work in information departments, research institutions, publishing and in archives, libraries and museums. Some students go on to records management and business analysis. The programme has been developed with current industry needs in mind and in alignment with professional library and information science bodies. This is the only iSchool in Edinburgh offering a postgraduate Information Science programme.
This course is designed to prepare you for careers in information departments, research institutions, publishing, libraries, archives, and museums. Some graduates progress into records management, business analysis, or knowledge management.
You’ll develop:
We place strong emphasis on workplace preparation, with practical learning and placement opportunities embedded into the programme. Employers, including members of the SCEBE Industry Advisory Board, have directly shaped the course to align with current and future work expectations — giving students opportunities to undertake projects with real-world organisations.
The course prepares students for work in information departments, research institutions, publishing and in archives, libraries and museums. Some students go on to records management and business analysis. The programme has been developed with current industry needs in mind and in alignment with professional library and information science bodies. This is the only iSchool in Edinburgh offering a postgraduate Information Science programme.
This course is designed to prepare you for careers in information departments, research institutions, publishing, libraries, archives, and museums. Some graduates progress into records management, business analysis, or knowledge management.
You’ll develop:
- Critical thinking skills in digital and media literacy
- Expertise in information management within an organisational context
- A strong understanding of knowledge communication and organisational learning
- The ability to apply theoretical foundations of information science in practice-based environments
Admission Requirements
3.3+
169+
6+
56+
4+
30 Jun 2026
1 Year
Sep
Jan
Tuition fees
Domestic
7,650 GBP
International
21,430 GBP
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