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Degrees
Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)
This 36-credit program can be completed in three consecutive terms of full-time study or up to four years (12 terms) of part-time study. The MLIS program enjoys a sterling reputation for a reason: Its graduates are effective advocates for the responsible and constructive use of a wide array of information sources and contribute to the body of basic and applied knowledge and research in the field.
FastTrack MLIS
FastTrack MLIS is our Online MLIS Degree Program. Through this online program, students can earn the 36-credit MLIS degree in two years of part-time study. Its user-friendly distance learning technology presents the same courses offered on campus. The program is designed around the concept of cohorts, which are communities of students who travel through the program together. Technology allows students to discuss course work, undertake projects, and experience classes with a community of like-minded learners.
Certificate of Advanced Study (CAS)
The 24-credit certificate program is designed with the professional in mind, and it offers students the opportunity to expand their skills and knowledge with an individualized program of study. The CAS/LIS program allows students to pursue professional development in their areas of special interest without having to obtain a PhD.
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
This program prepares students for advanced work in research, teaching, and administration. In keeping with the University of Pittsburgh’s reputation as a top-tier research institution, students are trained to conduct original research and produce significant findings. Our faculty members are producing research in such diverse
fields as information visualization, cross-lingual information retrieval, and information behavior in children. Our research programs in archives; social informatics; information worlds and infrastructures; services for children and youth; school libraries; and health information managment all have a strong tradition of producing leaders in the field. This is a 54-credit program, including a minimum of 36 course and seminar credits beyond the master's degree and 18 dissertation credits.