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Master of Archival Studies and Master of Library and Information Studies (MASLIS)
at The University of British Columbia

Vancouver, Canada

Tuition Fee CAD 10,573
Country Rank-
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5 TOEFL: 100

Program Overview

This program is an interdisciplinary, high-demand educational experience in which students complete two graduate degrees within an accelerated timeframe. MAS/LIS students gain rich expertise suited to hybrid library/archives and senior records management roles, and cultural institutions, giving them a competitive edge.

For nearly 20 years this program has trained students in both the disciplines of archival and information studies through diverse coursework and learning opportunities. Upon completion students will receive two master’s degree certificates; one in Archival Studies and the other an ALA accredited Library and Information Studies degree.

Entry Requirement
MINIMUM ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

The Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies establishes the minimum admission requirements common to all applicants, usually a minimum overall average in the B+ range (76% at UBC). The graduate program that you are applying to may have additional requirements. Please review the specific requirements for applicants with credentials from institutions in:
- Canada or the United States
- International countries other than the United States
Each program may set higher academic minimum requirements.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEST

Minimum requirements for the two most common English language proficiency tests to apply to this program are listed below:

TOEFL: Overall score requirement: 100

IELTS: Overall score requirement: 6.5
Fees & Scholarships
The fees for Master of Archival Studies and Master of Library and Information Studies (MASLIS) may vary from $9,000 to $20,000 anually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for international students.
Career Prospect
MAS/MLIS graduates are prepared to work in a variety of environments, including hybrid library/archives organizations, cultural centres, museums and cultural institutions. Graduates go on to careers as information managers, librarians, archivists, curators, records managers and more. Recent graduates have taken positions at organizations in BC, across Canada, and internationally.

On average, 85% of our graduates are employed within six months.

Cost Of Studying At The University of British Columbia

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Master of Archival Studies and Master of Library and Information Studies (MASLIS) at The University of British Columbia