University of North Texas College of Information, Department of Library and Information Sciences at the University of North Texas

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Program Requirements

The accredited master's curriculum requires minimum of 36 credits. Students complete the program through coursework, Practicum, and end of program examination. At the time of graduation, all course work used to satisfy degree requirements may be no more than six years old. Students must complete all course work used toward the degree with an average grade of B (3.0) or better, pass end of program assessment, and file an application for the degree.

Students are required to demonstrate general computer proficiency before starting the program. This requirement may be satisfied by taking the Information Technology Knowledge and Skills Assessment, by passing a computer proficiency examination designed by the department or through faculty approval of prior course work or experience. This proficiency will include knowledge of computing terminology and concepts, as well as minimal competency in the use of specific types of applications software.

Students also must present evidence of relevant experience by meeting a field experience requirement. This requirement may be satisfied through appropriate prior experience as approved by the faculty or through a practicum or internship. Students without prior experience may be required to take SLIS 5090, Practicum and Field Study which does not count towards fulfilling the 36 hours of graduate credit required for the degree.

Students enrolled in the master program must complete the course requirements for one of the following majors:

Master of Science Majoring in Information Science (MS-IS)

Master of Science Majoring in Library Science (MS-LS)

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