LIBRARY AND INFORMATIO N S C I E N C E S Graduate Progra m s
Department of Library and Information Sciences
Degrees That
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The Master of Science in Library and Information Sciences in the College of Information has consistently been named within the top 20 graduate programs in the nation by US News and World Report. Courses are offered online, on site, and in blended formats with class locations across the nation. Web institutes meet in Denton, Houston, California, Georgia, Nevada, Utah, South Dakota, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, and are soon to be offered in the U.S. Pacific Islands. The Master of Science degree has been consistently accredited by American Library Association since 1965.
“DOORS OPENED... There is a whole world within the field of librarianship. When I embarked on this program with UNT, the doors began to open. It is exciting, a challenge, and an interesting journey that has just begun for me. This degree is worth the journey.
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- Shannon Morrison, UNT/CSUN Greater Los Angeles LIS program student
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In This Booklet LIBRARY AND INFOR M A T I O N S C I E N C E S Maste r o f S c i e n c e ( M S )
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GRADUATE L E V E L C E R T I F I C A T E S Graduate A c a d e m i c C e r t i f i c a t e s (GAC)
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“I AM AMAZED... I’m amazed at the variety of courses available so that you can tailor your degree to your chosen career path. The flexibility of the program allows you to pursue your degree while working full-time. The instructors are top notch and make every effort to help you succeed.
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- Grace Rosales Reference Librarian UNT/CSUN Greater Los Angeles Program Student Grace is also the recipient of several scholarships and travel grants from special interest groups such as the American Association of Law Libraries, and Southern California Association of Law Libraries. She is a member of the California chapter of LISSALibrary and Information Sciences Student Association.
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MASTER OF SCIEN C E
College of Information 1155 Union Circle #311068 Denton, TX 76203-5017 1-877-275-7547 TOLL FREE ci-advising@unt.edu www.baas.unt.edu
Department of Library and Information Sciences The intersection of People, Information, and Technology.
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GENERAL PROGRAM OF STUDY Preparation to succeed in a wide range of library and information science positions. Program courses include one each of the following areas:
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Human Information Behavior Information Technologies Management and Administration Organization of Information Retrieval and Access
DIGITAL IMAGE MANAGEMENT Program includes the production of digital images, digital information database creation and management of digital information. DISTRIBUTED LEARNING LIBRARIANSHIP Provides a foundation of expertise in information and telecommunications technology, distributed learning, copyright/intellectual property issues, and issues facing library services in distributed learning environments. HEALTH INFORMATICS SPECIALIST Focuses on the fundamental concepts and activities in health information processing, including health storage and retrieval systems, clinical decision support, clinical research and issues in health care financing, consumer health advocacy, and legal, ethical, and philosophical concerns in health informatics. INFORMATION ORGANIZATION Learn to organize and control information for a wide variety of information formats, resources, systems, and environments. Fundamentals include cataloging, classifying, indexing, or abstracting in libraries or bibliographic utilities, organizing networked resources, web sites or digital libraries, knowledge management, and information architecture. INFORMATION SYSTEMS Directed towards the synthesis of intellectual skills such as classification and metadata description with web administration and web site design. LAW LIBRARIAN & LEGAL INFORMATICS Prepares graduates for careers in information organizations using legal information resources, management of information, and training in law schools, courts, private law firms, corporations, government departments and agencies, or in correctional institutions.
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SCHOOL LIBRARIANSHIP Focuses on the foundations of library and information science with a specialization in services and programming for children and young adults in a K-12 school setting. Prepares students for the TExES exam in School Librarianship. YOUTH LIBRARIANSHIP Develop the competencies in the following areas specific to youth: history of youth information services/systems, knowledge of the client group, administrative and managerial skills, communications skills, materials and collection development, reference services, programming skills, technology applications, advocacy, public relations and networking, and professional development. MS CORE COURSES Nine hours of core courses are required to be completed by all students. These classes are offered in a residential format in Denton, off campus in Houston and UNT Dallas, and through various web institutes.
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SLIS 5000 Introduction to Information Professions SLIS 5200 Introduction to Information Organization SLIS 5600 Introduction to Information Access and Retrieval
Core courses are recommended to be taken at the beginning of the program with 5000 being the first course taken in the master’s program.
CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE Candidates in all master’s programs of study will participate in the Capstone Experience (in lieu of a thesis) during their last semester. PRACTICUM Master’s students must present evidence of relevant field experience of at least six months in a paid position performing professional level duties or volunteer for a minimum of 120 hours in a library environment within a semester’s time frame.
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BOOST YOUR CAREER POTENTIAL “ Thanks to the graduate
academic certificate in advanced management, i feel prepared to take on any supervisory position and have expectations of going far in my career.
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- Shannon Stark UNT Master of Science Recent graduate,certified in advancemed management
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CERTIFICATES
College of Information 1155 Union Circle #311068 Denton, TX 76203-5017 FREE 1-877-275-7547 Department of Library and TOLL Information ci-advising@unt.edu www.baas.unt.edu
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CERTIFY YOUR PROFESSIONAL SKILLS WITH A RECOGNIZED, GRADUATELEVEL ACADEMIC CERTIFICATE.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS Graduate academic certificates consist of three or four courses that may be pursued prior to or concurrently with the master’s degree. Advanced Management in Libraries & Information Agencies Provides the student with a comprehensive working knowledge of the fundamental principles of library and information agency management, public awareness, planning, leading, ethics, human resources, and financial operations. Course Requirements 5300. Management of Information Agencies 5302. Advanced Management of Information Agencies [Prerequisite(s): SLIS 5300] 5303. Financial and Human resource management in Information Agencies [Prerequisite(s): SLIS 5300] One of the following when offered: 5320. Public Libraries 5330. Academic Libraries 5340. Learning Resources Centers and Services 5360. Special Libraries and Information Centers 5365. Health Science Information Management 5366. Law Library Management
Digital Content Management Prepares professionals to meet the challenges of managing the life cycle of digital assets regardless their types and formats or their method of delivery. Students learn the skills necessary to manage digital content, build applications, and develop services that respond to user needs.
Course Requirements Three courses are required for a total of 12 hours 5740. Introduction to Digital Libraries 5206. Information Retrieval Design 5223. Metadata and Networked Information Organization and Retrieval 5960. Information Architecture
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Storytelling Storytelling has emerged from the grand oral tradition into modern day platforms that support the promulgation of performance in oral, digital, and multimedia formats. Students develop or enhance their knowledge of storytelling through performing, coaching, and repertoire development. Course Requirements Three courses are required for a total of 9 hours 5440. Storytelling for Information Professionals 5611. Advanced Storytelling 5685. Information Resources and Services in Culturally Diverse Communities
Youth Librarianship Program offers Master’s-level courses focused toward establishing a core of knowledge in literature, services, programs, and information organization for youth in libraries and other information settings. Course Requirements Four courses are required for a total of 12 Hours 5400. Information Resources Development 5420. Literature for Youth 5440. Storytelling for Information Professionals One of the following: 5445. History and Culture of Youth Information Services 5208. Learning Resources Organization and Media 5210. Organization and Control of Information Resources 1
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DIVERSIFY YOUR LEARNING EXPERIENCE Institutes and frequent class get-to“ The gethers allow for a social and networking experience that is far more involving and useful than an entirely online program, where you feel like you’re basically in a room of your own for two years. In this program, you never feel alone!
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- Paul Birchall, UNT/CSUN Greater Los Angeles Program student
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WEB INSTITUTES
College of Information 1155 Union Circle #311068 Denton, TX 76203-5017 FREE 1-877-275-7547 Department of Library and TOLL Information ci-advising@unt.edu www.baas.unt.edu
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Distance Education The Master of Science program in LIS is offered through a distance education model that includes web institutes that meet across the nation. This model is committed to: • Enabling a vibrant learning community • Combining two four-day institutes with a highly interactive online experience • Providing an opportunity for on-site advising and program planning • Establishing links with the local library and information community • Encouraging local student organizations and associations • Providing a variety of opportunities for students to meet formally and informally. The web institute portion of the master’s program includes an orientation, technology training, instruction in the core courses, as well as time to socialize with colleagues and faculty. Groups form social bonds during the intensive Institute study that will continue to expand through the online portion of the program. Using a variety of communication tools, faculty and students will expand the learning community established during the on-site institutes to enable a high level of communication and support during the online portion of the program. DENTON Classes are held at the University of North Texas Denton campus as well as the UNT Discovery Park location - conviently located five miles north of Denton campus. Students may attend face - to - face courses in Denton or visit for web institute dates. GEORGIA On site instruction includes two four-day institutes held at the Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library. The Georgia Cohort of students began in 2010 and will study together through their first year of study and attend classess limited to cohort students. GREATER LOS ANGELES A collaboration between UNT LIS and the California State University, Northridge Library brings the Master of Science program to the Greater Los Angeles area. Applications will be accepted until the Fall 2011 cohort reaches 40 students from the LA area only. The program will be planned and taught by University of North Texas fulltime and part-time faculty. California State University full-time library faculty, and selected distinguished regional library leaders teaching and serving as guest lecturers and mentors for field projects.
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Prospective students may also contact Dr. Phil Turner, pturner@unt.edu, or the College of Information Advising Office at ci-advising@unt.edu. HOUSTON The Houston program started in the early 1990s and has continued a great history of sucess. Many graduates still live and work in the Houston area- providing a great source of support and mentorship for students. NEVADA This program is available to persons in Nevada and Utah, as well as surrounding states. Applications are being accepted for the Fall 2011 Nevada cohort. For more information contact Dr. Yvonne J. Chandler, yvonne.chandler@unt.edu or Charlotte Thomas, charlotte.thomas@unt. edu. S.W.I.M. S.W.I.M. services the states of South Dakota, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana. Students in this cohort began classes together in the fall of 2010 in Missoula, Montana and will continue in the spring of 2011 in Billings, Montana. For more information contact Dr. Yvonne J. Chandler, yvonne. chandler@unt.edu or Charlotte Thomas, charlotte.thomas@unt.edu. VIRGINIA On site instruction for Virginia is held at the James Madison University Library. Various on site events available throughout the the Virginia cohort include advising sessions and social activities at the Virginia Library Association conference. Prospective students in Virginia or the surrounding states are encouraged to refer to www.lis. unt.edu/distance or contact Dr. Phil Turner, pturner@unt.edu for more information.
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L.E.A.P. Library Education for the U.S. Affiliated Pacific
LEAP will provide full scholarships for 23 residents of the Pacific islands to enroll in the MS program. The goal of the program is to increase the number and diversity of degreed library professionals for the islands. Applications for the scholarship will be accepted through April 1, 2011. Check the LIS Web site for more details. Contact Information Information on upcoming cohorts and faculty advisor contact information for each of the locations may be found online at www.lis.unt.edu/distance.
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READY TO ENRO L L ?
Application material and a full checklist is available at www.coi.unt.edu/apply Step 1. Apply to the University of North Texas Toulouse School of Graduate Studies 99 Visit the UNT graduate admissions Web site, www.tsgs.unt.edu/content/ how-apply, to view requirements, deadlines and to apply online.
99 Apply online via ApplyTexas.org and pay the $60 fee. 99 Undergraduate Grade Point Average (GPA) must be at least a 3.0 from an accredited program.
99 Miller Analogies Test (MAT) or Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores sent directly to UNT from the service administering the test.
99 U.S. citizens or permanent residents submit application, fee, and all
official transcripts to the UNT Toulouse School of Graduate Studies.
99 International Students submit information to the International Admissions Office.
Step 2. Apply to the Department of Library and Information Sciences
99 LIS application sent to the Department of Library and Information Sciences
99 Resume of academic and professional careers and a 1-2 page statement of purpose and goals.
99 Three letters of recommendation sent by references to the Department of Library and Information Sciences.
Admissions are permitted for spring, summer or fall semesters. The College of Information may request a waiver of entrance test scores for those with an earned Master’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.4. Ci-advising@unt.edu Toll Free: 1-877-275-7547 Local: 940-565-3562 QUICK LINKS 1. UNT ADMISSIONS www.unt.edu/vwbk/admission 2. UNT Transfer Tips www.unt.edu/transfertips 3. Library & Information Sciences Web site www.lis.unt.edu
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College of Information 1155 Union Circle #311068 Denton, TX 76203-5017 1-877-275-7547 TOLL FREE ci-advising@unt.edu www.coi.unt.edu
The intersection of People, Information, and Technology.
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