The Master of Library and Information Studies is designed to prepare university graduates for careers in the library and information profession.
The Master of Library and Information Studies prepares graduates for work in a range of professional settings, including academic, public, and special libraries, as well as information-based roles in commercial, civic, health, and legal organisations. Our programmes instil professional ethics and social responsibility, foster lifelong continuing professional education, and provide opportunities for active engagement with diverse communities. The MLIS is an in person programme, structured to develop core professional competencies, as well as specialised knowledge and skills for librarians and information professionals. While the programme offers a generalist approach to suit multiple interests and aspirations, it is also possible to tailor learning to more specialised areas for particular career paths.
Careers & Employability
The Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) programme is designed to prepare university graduates for professional careers in Library and Information Studies. The MLIS degree is highly regarded internationally; the school's accreditation by the Library Association of Ireland (LAI) is recognised by library associations elsewhere, covering Australia, Canada, and the United States. Recent graduates have dynamic careers as Digital Learning Librarians, Literacy Specialists, Chief Information Officers, and Library Directors.
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September 2025
UCD College of Social Sciences and Law
BELFIELD,
Dublin,
Republic of Ireland
A minimum 2.1 award in a bachelor's degree in any subject (NFQ Level 8 or International equivalent )
Names and contact details of two referees who can assess your intellectual ability, maturity, and motivation
If you do not meet the academic requirements above, you must provide additional information to be considered for admission as listed below
A letter of reference from an academic who has taught the applicant.
A statement describing their previous library experience, which must be a minimum of 5 years.
A letter from their work supervisor to confirm the length of experience, the nature of the experience as meeting professional library tasks.
鈥媁e recommend a minimum of 6 weeks鈥� experience working in a library or information environment before applying for the MLIS.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
UCD is the most international and diverse university in Ireland, and is the destination of choice for over 10,400 international students.
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