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7 Library Science PhD Degree Programs
International University For Graduate Studies - IUGS
Doctorate in Library Science
- Portsmouth, Dominica
PhD
Part time
On-Campus
English
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Library and Information Science is available to librarians who are ABD or have two masters' degrees, one that is ALA accredited Library Science and one in another discipline, or the equivalent coursework.
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Information and Library Science – Ph.D.
- Chapel Hill, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. program in Information and Library Science is designed for students who want to become experts in managing, organizing, and providing access to information. The program emphasizes research, ...
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University of South Carolina
Library and Information Science, Ph.D.
- Columbia, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Ph.D. program in Library and Information Science is designed for students who want to deepen their understanding of how information is gathered, organized, and shared. It aims to prepare students ...
Simmons University School of Library and Information Science
Ph.D. in Library and Information Science
- Boston, USA
PhD
On-Campus
English
Our Ph.D. in Library and Information Science empowers students to learn and analyze users' information needs — applying various tools and technologies to locate and evaluate information and organize, manage, and preserve information and materials, so it becomes an accessible source of knowledge.
University of Wolverhampton
PhD Postgraduate research in Library and Information Management
- Wulfruna Street, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program focuses on giving students the opportunity to carry out in-depth research in library and information management. It encourages inquiry into areas like knowledge organization, digital infor...
Aberystwyth University
Librarianship (PhD, 3 years)
- Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Librarianship is designed for individuals who want to deepen their understanding of library and information sciences. Over three years, students explore research methods, theoretica...
Aberystwyth University
Librarianship (DProf, 3 years)
- Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program offers a comprehensive pathway for those interested in advancing their careers in librarianship. Over three years, students gain a deep understanding of key concepts such as information ma...
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A PhD in Library Science invites you to delve deep into the intricacies of information management, knowledge organization, and user experience. This unique discipline equips you to address evolving challenges in libraries and information settings, pushing the boundaries of how we access and interact with knowledge.
Through advanced study, you'll explore areas such as digital librarianship, data curation, and bibliometrics. In this program, you'll engage in rigorous research that examines the impact of information technology on archiving and public access to resources. Students deepen their expertise in crafting innovative information systems and improving resource discovery through user-focused design principles. The environment encourages independence and fosters critical thinking as students explore new ideas about information access and preservation.
PhD candidates in Library Science often pursue careers in academia, research institutions, or leadership roles within libraries. Graduates lead initiatives in digitization projects, develop strategies for community engagement, and contribute to scholarly discourse on information ethics and policy. This academic path prepares you to shape the future of information services on a global scale.