About the course

The Graduate Diploma of Library and Information Studies programme is designed to prepare university graduates for professional careers in library and information work.

　　In the Graduate Diploma of Library and Information Studies programme, you will learn how to organise, curate, disseminate and communicate information in local and global contexts. You will learn how to store, retrieve, and share information by understanding, applying, and designing best practices, standards and systems in the information world. You can also tailor your study to suit your career aspirations in pathways such as academic librarianship, public information services, and cultural institutions.

　　Careers and Employability

　　Our Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies (GradDIpLIS) programme is accredited by Library Association of Ireland and is recognised internationally. Students are qualified to work as library and information professionals in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and throughout Europe. Recent graduates have dynamic careers as librarians in the higher education and the public sectors, as well as information officers in commercial settings. The Masters in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) degree has greater international recognition and is the recommended qualification for those students who are eligible to apply for it. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: EU€14,350

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Belfield
Autumn (September), 2025	Belfield

　　

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Entry requirements for University College Dublin

Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies (GradDIpLIS)

　　You will need:

　　A primary (bachelor's) degree in any subject with a minimum award of second class honours, Grade 2.

　　A minimum of 6 weeks experience working in a library or information environment.

　　IELTS - An average score of 6.5 over all components and a minimum of 6.0 in each band on the Academic Version. TOEFL - A minimum score of 600 in the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), with Test of Written English at 475 +. A minimum score of 90 is required in the Internet based TOEFL (iBT) with no less than 21 in writing and at least 19 in every other section.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University College Dublin. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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