University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill · United States
Information and Library Science (Graduate)
The School of Information and Library Science (SILS) at UNC-Chapel Hill offers graduate programs designed to prepare students for professional roles and further academic study in the dynamic fields of information and library science. The school provides master's degrees (M.S.I.S., M.S.L.S., M.P.S.), a Ph.D. in Information and Library Science, and a Ph.D. in Health Informatics. Students build specialized programs of study upon a core curriculum, focusing on the design, development, and ethical implications of information systems and services.
The M.S.I.S. program aims to equip students to lead in the creation and management of information systems and networks, emphasizing theoretical knowledge and practical application. Graduates are prepared for roles in information analysis, database administration, user experience design, knowledge management, and information security. The M.S.L.S. program focuses on developing leaders for libraries and information organizations, addressing diverse community needs and technological advancements. Graduates are well-prepared for positions such as library directors, archivists, digital librarians, and subject specialists in various library settings.
SILS also offers graduate certificates in specialized areas like applied data science, digital curation, and public health informatics. The school encourages interdisciplinary study through dual-degree programs with other UNC schools and neighboring universities, allowing students to combine their SILS master's with degrees in public health, art history, public administration, or law. The M.P.S. degrees in digital curation and management, and biomedical and health informatics, offer specialized professional training with a focus on practical application and career readiness.