Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Information Studies at Charles Sturt University is an accredited online program offering flexibility and specialisations in library and information studies. It provides a gateway to diverse career opportunities in the cultural and information sectors.
Join a global leader in the world of information and library studies with the Master of Information Studies (with specialisations) from Charles Sturt University. Delivered online, this course is available for study anywhere and anytime with the flexibility to choose subjects from a range of specialisations. As Australia's largest provider of information and library studies education Charles Sturt University offers you study opportunities unlike anyone else.
This course is an accredited qualification offering a global gateway into a broad range of employment options in the library, information and cultural sectors. With a four-decade history in developing research and delivering information and library education, Charles Sturt University produces more than half of Australia's specialists in this field.
The School of Information and Communication Studies is a proud member of iSchools. The iSchools represent over 120 universities across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa who are united by a common interest in strengthening all aspects of research and teaching about information, for all members.
Study is now even more affordable when you save on your fees with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP). A CSP means you can apply for a HECS-HELP loan to pay for your studies and defer repayment until you earn above a certain amount.
This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
Select four (4) subjects from the following:
ETL514Literature Across the Curriculum8 credit ptsETL533Literature in Digital Environments8 credit ptsINF430Audiovisual Archiving8 credit ptsINF431Preservation of Audiovisual Materials8 credit ptsINF432Audiovisual Archiving 28 credit ptsINF433Information Literacy8 credit ptsINF441Knowledge Management in Practice8 credit ptsINF443Digital Curation and Preservation8 credit ptsINF449Research Data Management8 credit ptsINF451Issues in Bibliographic Access8 credit ptsINF459Designing and Creating Usable Websites8 credit ptsINF461An Introduction to Data Management: Governance, Standards and Ethics8 credit ptsINF463Introduction to Data Tools and Analytics8 credit ptsINF464Designing and Delivering Programs for User Engagement8 credit ptsINF465Working with Special and Cultural Collections8 credit ptsINF505Library Services for Children and Young Adults8 credit ptsINF507Marketing of Libraries and Information Agencies8 credit ptsINF516Leadership in Library Services to Children and Young Adults8 credit ptsINF518Community Histories8 credit ptsINF519Community Outreach8 credit ptsINF521Literature and Other Resources for Children and Young Adults8 credit ptsINF522Project and Event Management8 credit ptsINF527Records, Archives and Society8 credit ptsINF528Records and Archives Practice8 credit ptsINF529Organisational and Personal Records8 credit ptsINF556Extended Essay in Information Studies8 credit ptsSpecialisation32 Credit PointsLegend:Intensive schoolWorkplace learningSelect one (1) specialisation from the following:
CL0002Children's Librarianship32 credit ptsDM0002Data Management32 credit ptsLM0002Information Management32 credit ptsLS0002Leadership32 credit ptsLB0002Librarianship32 credit ptsRM0002Records and Archives Management32 credit ptsAR0001Applied Research32 credit pts