About Information Science Msc in City University London
This course is for students with a first degree or equivalent in any discipline, who would like to start or develop a career working with digital technologies and media to manage information resources, systems and services. The course is also ideal for professionals wishing to update their knowledge and skills within the information sector.
Information Science is a broad, interdisciplinary field, which is relevant and applicable to all disciplines. Information Scientists may work in any organisation that collects and processes information of any kind. Whilst it has its origins in the handling of the scientific and technical literature, today the subject appeals to those who enjoy working with information resources of all kinds, and who have an aptitude for the technological systems and processes related to information storage, preservation, discovery and access.
Objectives
City's MSc Information Science is designed to provide you with a deep understanding of information systems and services, and their relevance and impact within different layers of society.
The course examines information infrastructures, communication processes, systems and services. Our course is grounded in the history and philosophy of information, embracing the legal, ethical, social and economic impact of information within specific subject domains, individual organisations, and contemporary society.
Content covers the fundamental concepts of data, information and knowledge, and builds on these to consider: metadata; database structure; information resources, retrieval, and access; measurement, analysis, and visualisation of information; preservation and security; information literacy; use of new and emergent technologies; methods of investigation; socio-cultural implications and policy formulation.
You will be equipped with insight into information flow within contemporary society, and its relevance and impact for communities. Throughout the course, there is a strong focus on technology, ethics, impact and influence of information on individuals, professions and society. Our focus is divided equally between theory and its application to practice. You will benefit from a high level of engagement with practitioners, and we are pleased to welcome many leaders in the profession as speakers on our modules
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS :6.5 (minimum of 6.0 in all four components)
City University London Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Location |
London, England |
| Establishment Year |
1862 |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Mode of Program |
Full-time/ Online |
| On campus accommodation |
Available |
| No. of campuses |
1 |
| No. of residence halls |
10 |
| % of international students |
26% |
| Total enrollment |
20,210 |
City, University of London The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
- The tuition fee for international students varies depending on the choice of course.
- An estimated cost of attendance for City, University of London is tabulated below:
| Expense |
Estimated cost (in GBP) |
| Tuition fee (for undergraduates) |
19,000 - 25,500 |
| Tuition fee (for graduates) |
19,000 – 29,500 |
| Accommodation |
150-280 per week |
| Utility Bills |
10 per week |
| Food |
40-60 per week |
| Travels |
10-30 per week |
| Study Materials |
5-10 per week |
| TV license |
3 per week |
| Mobile and Internet |
10 per week |
| Entertainment |
20-50 per week |
| Miscellaneous |
20 per week |
