Library and Information Science, M.L.I.S.
The M.L.I.S. in Library and Information Science emphasizes the rapidly changing library and information field and prepares students for positions of leadership in school, public, special, and academic libraries and other information centers, and for a variety of roles in both public and private agencies as information specialists. The M.L.I.S. requires 36 credit hours. In addition to the general M.L.I.S. degree, there are two concentrations that students may select: the Instructional Technology Concentration and the School Library Media Coordinator Concentration. The Instructional Technology Concentration requires 36 credit hours and prepares students to apply for 077 licensure in North Carolina. The School Library Media Coordinator Concentration requires 36 credit hours and prepares students to apply for 076 licensure. All M.L.I.S. graduates may qualify for North Carolina Public Library Certification.
The M.L.I.S. program is accredited by the American Library Association and is approved by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction for the licensure of school library media personnel. The school library media specialist program is approved by CAEP using the AASL/ALA professional education association guidelines.
The M.L.I.S. program with all concentrations is offered on the UNC Greensboro campus and online.
For information regarding deadlines and requirements for admission, please see the Guide to Graduate Admissions.
In addition to the application materials requested by The Graduate School, applicants for the M.L.I.S. program and for the licensure only programs must submit a resume and personal statement.
Admission for all programs are processed as received and there is no fixed deadline for fall and spring admission. Applicants are urged to submit complete applications as early as possible for thorough review.
Degree Program Requirements
Required: 36 credit hours
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (15 credits) | ||
| LIS 600 | Foundations of Library and Information Studies | 3 |
| LIS 620 | Information Sources and Services | 3 |
| LIS 640 | Information Organization and Access | 3 |
| LIS 650 | Leadership and Management in Information Organizations | 3 |
| LIS 698 | Capstone Experience in Library and Information Science | 3 |
| Additional Technology Requirement (3 credits) | ||
| Select one course (3 credits) from the following: * | 3 | |
| Computer Technologies for Information Management | ||
| Emerging Technological Trends in Information Access | ||
| Libraries and Technology | ||
| Electives (18 credits) | ||
| Select 18 credits from graduate courses in LIS or cognate fields ** | 18 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 36 | |
| * | With the advisement of the student's advisor. |
| ** | With the advisement of the student's advisor. Students in licensure programs in schools or state certification in public libraries should confer with faculty advisors for specific requirements. |
Instructional Technology Concentration
Required: 36 credit hours
The M.L.I.S. with an Instructional Technology (077 licensure) Concentration is designed for teachers and other candidates who wish to focus their studies on instructional technology as it relates to library and information science.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (15 credits) | ||
| LIS 600 | Foundations of Library and Information Studies | 3 |
| LIS 620 | Information Sources and Services | 3 |
| LIS 640 | Information Organization and Access | 3 |
| LIS 650 | Leadership and Management in Information Organizations | 3 |
| LIS 698 | Capstone Experience in Library and Information Science | 3 |
| Concentration Courses (21 credits) | ||
| LIS 630 | Computer Technologies for Information Management | 3 |
| LIS 631 | Emerging Technological Trends in Information Access | 3 |
| LIS 635 | Libraries and Technology | 3 |
| LIS 672 | Instructional Design | 3 |
| LIS 691 | Practicum | 3 |
| SES 662 | Assistive Technology for Inclusive Education | 3 |
| TED 610 | Integrating Technology into Subject Matter Instruction | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours | 36 | |
School Library Media Coordinator Concentration
Required: 36 credit hours
The M.L.I.S. with a School Library Media Coordinator (076 licensure) Concentration program is designed for anyone who would like to work in public school libraries. Students without a current North Carolina teaching license will be required to take additional course work including an additional practicum.
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core Courses (15 credits) | ||
| LIS 600 | Foundations of Library and Information Studies | 3 |
| LIS 620 | Information Sources and Services | 3 |
| LIS 640 | Information Organization and Access | 3 |
| LIS 650 | Leadership and Management in Information Organizations | 3 |
| LIS 693 | Practicum/Capstone Experience in School Library Media | 3 |
| Designated Electives (15 credits) | ||
| LIS 617 | Materials for Children | 3 |
| LIS 618 | Materials for Adolescents | 3 |
| LIS 635 | Libraries and Technology | 3 |
| LIS 653 | The School Library | 3 |
| LIS 654 | School Library Media Specialist and the Curriculum | 3 |
| Electives (6 credits) | ||
| Select 6 credits of electives from LIS graduate courses * | 6 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 36 | |
| * | With the advisement of the student's advisor. Students may select elective courses outside LIS with approval from their advisor or the School Library Media Program Coordinator. |