Master’s Programme in Information Science: Digital Environments
University of BoråsAbout this program
Master’s Programme in Information Science: Digital Environments
This programme gives you a unique, holistic approach to information science in digital environments. It is a stepping stone towards leadership positions or expert roles and is also intended for those who wish to pursue a doctorate in library and information science or related subjects.
This programme is for those who have a Bachelor’s degree in library and information science, information architecture, archival science, digital humanities, informatics, systems science or related fields.
Admission requirements
Bachelor’s degree in information science 180 credits, and proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English 6.
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In the programme, you develop your knowledge in the theories and methods of information science. By learning how to handle digital data, from image to text, and to evaluate data structures that transform data into information, theories translate into practice. During your final year, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge in a larger context, from a focus on individual users to the significance of digitalisation for organisations and for a democratic society.
The programme will include courses in datalogical thinking, research methods, multimodality, open data as an arena for information creation, data strategies for organisations, and critical perspectives on a society steeped in data.
Scholarships & funding
Scholarship options are available, please visit the university website for more information.
Program delivery
This programme is full-time, mostly remote (with only a few meetings in Borås, which are not compulsory) and is given in English. You will study with students from all over the world.
Tuition
- 46 450 SEK first payment.
- 185 800 SEK full tuition fee
- EU / EEA citizens and exchange students are not required to pay fees. *
Qualification
After completing the education corresponding to the requirements in this education plan, the student can, upon application to the university, receive the following degree: Master of Science with a major in Information Science
The diploma is bilingual (Swedish/English). The Diploma Supplement (English) accompanies the diploma. Degree certificates are issued upon application on a special form.
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University of Borås
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