A highly regarded and industry accredited degree, the Master of Information Studies (with specialisations) offers an in-depth understanding of information management in a contemporary context.
With Charles Sturt University, you'll study with one of the world's leading providers of education for the information professions. Charles Sturt University has been educating and researching in information and library studies for more than 45 years. This experience means we are uniquely placed to design and deliver a highly effective and engaging online education.
You'll have the flexibility to choose subjects from a range of specialisations, each reflecting the need for expertise across diverse sectors and institutions. Specialisations are available in children's librarianship, data management, leadership, information management, records and archives, librarianship and applied research. You can also choose to study a general qualification so that you can take advantage of the array of subjects on offer.
Combine your studies with professional and personal demands. You can study anywhere and anytime as this course is delivered online and uses the latest tools and technologies to connect you to classmates and teaching staff.
We understand study and work/life balance can sometimes take a turn, that is why we offer the Graduate Diploma of Information Studies as an exit point and it is still accredited by ALIA and RIMPA
This course is professionally accredited by -
Records and Information Management Practitioners Alliance (RIMPA Global)
As a graduate of this course, your range of career opportunities is broad, and includes libraries; research, government and corporate information centres; and the cultural heritage sector. Work in public libraries and other information agencies to provide effective services for children and youth. Help plan, organise and lead information management in large and small organisations. Deliver support in business, government, and other settings and use the latest technologies to create, share and use information. Deliver programs supporting literacy development or work to support research in academic and research organisations.
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.
for postgraduate coursework courses have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
Fee paying overseas:
Full fee - $26,160.00