The course is offered through the School of Information Studies and is available only in distance education and offshore modes.
Early exit is available with completion of the Graduate Diploma (Stage one) which is recognised as a first professional qualification in library and information science by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA). Qualified information professionals may receive substantial credit for previous study (see Admission requirements).
This program is designed to help you develop skills and aptitudes that will increase your attractiveness to academic, government and industrial sector employers; improve the performance and productivity of your employer through the application of your subject specialisation and management skills; and improve your career prospects. The course has two intakes a year - February and July, but the July intake may not include Commonwealth supported places.
In order to satisfy the requirements of this course students are required to complete one professional study visit (four days) and a three-week professional placement.
Please note: Additional places to those offered under Commonwealth support are available to distance education students on a full fee paying basis.
This course is recognised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA).
The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations recently announced the extension of student income support to students undertaking study in a number of professionally-oriented Masters by coursework degrees. Eligible students undertaking approved Masters courses will be able to access Youth Allowance, Austudy and the Pensioner Education Supplement.
Further information can be found at Frequently Asked Questions.
| Study through | Wagga Wagga |
| Study mode and normal course duration | 3 years distance education |
| Course code | Commonwealth supported: EESM Fee paying: OESM |
| Fees |
Commonwealth supported places Fee paying students may be eligible for FEE-HELP |
| Session available | February/July (Semester basis) |
| Apply through | CSU Admissions Office |
| Study through | Wagga Wagga |
| Study mode and normal course duration | 2 -3 years distance education - offshore |
| Course code | Program codes: 3707LM 3707LF |
| Fees | Offshore - see fees list |
| Session available | February/July (Semester basis) |
| Apply through | CSU International Admissions |
If you enrol in the Master of Applied Science, you will be eligible to exit with the Graduate Diploma of Applied Science (Library and Information Management) after completion of Stage One (64 subject points), normally after two years of study. Having completed Stage Two (a further 32 subject points), you will be eligible for the Master of Applied Science (Library and Information Management). Both awards, the Master of Applied Science and the Graduate Diploma, will enable you to become a professional member of ALIA, provided you meet ALIA’s other membership requirements.
The course may be completed over two to six years of part-time study. The following subject schedule is the normal course pattern of subjects for students completing the course in three years and starting in February. Alternative schedules are possible, for example study of one subject per session.
Equivalent to Graduate Diploma of Applied Science (Library and Information Management)
Session 1 (Autumn)
INF410 Information Seeking in Context
INF429 Introduction to the Information Society
INF444 Professional Study Visit (MLIM)
Session 2 (Spring)
INF425 Describing and Analysing Information Resources
INF435 Provision of Information Resources
INF444 Professional Study Visit (MLIM) (if not completed in Autumn)
Session 3 (Autumn)
INF415 Managing Information Agencies
INF445 Professional Experience (MLIM)
[ ] Elective
Session 4 (Spring)
INF439 The Online Information Environment
INF445 Professional Experience (MLIM) (if not completed in Autumn)
[ ] Elective]
Note: Enrolment into INF444 Professional Study Visit will be based on the session in which you are able to attend a study visit as per the schedule: http://www.csu.edu.au/faculty/educat/sis/prof_exp/study_visit/registration.html
Enrolment into INF445 Professional Experience will be based on the session in which you are able to undertake your three-week professional placement.
Select elective subjects from:
ETL412 Information Literacy (Autumn)
INF411 Application of Bibliographic Standards (Autumn)
INF413 Information Technology in Libraries (Spring)
INF417 Research Evaluation (Autumn)
INF436 Serving Children and Youth in Public Libraries (Autumn)
INF440 Introduction to Information Architecture (Autumn)
INF441 Information Management in Organisations (Autumn)
INF442 Trends in Literature for Children and Young Adults (Spring)
INF443 Digital Preservation (Spring)
INF511 Advanced Information Retrieval (Spring)
ITC423 Database Systems (Autumn)
ITC431 Computer Networks (Spring)
Session 1 (Autumn)
[ ] Elective
[ ] Elective
Session 2 (Spring)
INF501 Readings in Information Studies
[ ] Elective
Select three elective subjects from:
ETL525 Knowledge Management (Spring)
INF508 Value-Added Information Services (Autumn)
INF511 Advanced Information Retrieval (Spring)
INF513 Research Methods in Information Studies (Autumn/Spring)
INF514 Human Resource Management in Libraries (Autumn)
INF515 Strategic Library Management (Spring)
INF551 Research Project in Information Studies 1 (Autumn/Spring)
INF552 Research Project in Information Studies 2 (Autumn/Spring)
INF553 Research Project in Information Studies (Autumn/Spring)
INF570 Portfolios for Information Professionals (Autumn/Spring)
ITC540 IT Infrastructure Management PG (Autumn/Spring)
ITC574 Information Technology for Managers (Autumn)
The minimum entry requirement is an undergraduate degree or equivalent in any discipline. Applicants should also have a basic knowledge and understanding of using personal computers.
Successful applicants must have substantial access to the internet and a computer during the period they are enrolled in the course in order to complete course requirements.
For the Master of Applied Science (Library and Information Management) applicants who have a graduate diploma in the field of library science and information management may be eligible for a maximum credit of 64 points.
The following information gives you an overview of studying by distance education.
Course materials
When studying by distance education you may receive:
Distance education students usually study two 8 point subjects per semester. More or fewer subjects may be studied in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
Teleconferencing
Telephone tutorials are used to supplement face-to-face contact between students and academic staff. Conference calls enable several students, either at home or at a common location, to participate in a group tutorial with academic staff.
Direct telephone contact and email
Students are encouraged to maintain direct contact with staff by telephone or email. Office telephone numbers and email addresses will be supplied and telephone answering services are available in the offices of Course Coordinators. Students will also be advised of numbers for the School's central telephone answering and facsimile machines.
Online forums
Students may participate in various forums online, enabling direct and instant contact with staff and other students.
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