Post-Master’s Certificate in Digital Librarianship
Post-Master’s Certificate in Digital Librarianship (24 hours)
The Post-Master’s Certificate in Digital Librarianship is designed to meet the growing demand for digital librarians and digital libraries. The program is intended for those who have earned a master’s degree in library and information sciences or related disciplines. This program is an 8-course (24 hours credit) program. Courses focus on designing digital library interfaces, organizing and accessing digital collections, and using appropriate and cutting-edge technologies. It provides a solid foundation on digital information management and its related technologies, standards, practices, policies, and use for students who are seeking new careers in or want to improve their skills and knowledge of digital archives, digital libraries, and other kinds of digital collections.
Students who have already completed the digital librarianship concentration in the Master’s of Library Science (MLS) program are not eligible for this certificate.
Required Courses (7):
- LSIS 5420, Introduction to Digital Libraries
- LSIS 5830, Metadata Applications for Digital Libraries
- LSIS 5325, Uses and Users of Information
- LSIS 5450, Digital Preservation
- LSIS 5115, Information Technology and Intellectual Property
- LSIS 5451, Database Systems
- LSIS 5835, Human Factors Seminar
Elective Courses (1 or more). Students may choose one or more
- LSIS 5620, Practicum in Library Specialization
- LSIS 5700, Independent Study
- LSIS 5452, Advanced Database Systems
- LSIS 5883, Graphical Representation
For more information, contact the SLIS admissions director, at: admissions@nccuslis.org