| The School of Library and Information Studies, the only graduate professional library and information science program in the prairie provinces, offers the Master of Library and Information Studies degree. As a professional degree, the MLIS represents a program designed to develop the knowledge, understanding, attitudes, and skills that will prepare graduates to help people define their information needs, make their information seeking more effective, use information tools efficiently, evaluate information, critically examine internet resources, make informed decisions about what to read, and help organizations manage their records and knowledge. The MLIS program is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of the American Library Association. This accreditation is also recognized by the Canadian Library Association. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 75 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Applicants must have completed any four-year Bachelor's degree from an accredited academic institution recognized by the University of Alberta, with a GPA of 3.0 on most 4-point grading systems or B on most letter grading systems, based on your last *60-credits. |
| Test Scores: | - Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 93] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 7.5] or Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 70]
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| Application Notes : | Applicants may also take a PTE with a minimum score of 76 in order to prove their English proficiency. The above scores are for SLIS. Scores vary for FGSR. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Research Interests
Original transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended are also needed. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.