Specialized Study in Information Science, Certificate at University of South Carolina
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    Specialized Study in Information Science, Certificate at University of South Carolina

    University of South Carolina
    University of South Carolina
    United States of America
    United States of America, Columbia
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    Specialized Study in Information Science, Certificate at University of South Carolina

    The Specialized Study in Information Science, Certificate is a Certificate degree offered by University of South Carolina at its main campus in Columbia , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 1 year to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 18, 2027.

    About Specialized Study in Information Science, Certificate

    Program Description

    The Certificate of Specialized Study in Information Science is designed to complement graduate degree programs offered within the School of Information Science. It is designed to enhance the student's career opportunities, professional development, and career readiness by providing preparation and additional specialization in areas of study and concentration critical to those working in a variety of industries and capacities within the Library and Information Science field. The Certificate of Specialized Study in Information Science may also be of interest to students enrolled in other graduate degree programs wishing to gain specialized knowledge and skills in the field of Library and Information Science. Requirements for admission to the Certificate are the same as those for the MLIS program. Completion of the Certificate of Specialized Study in Information Science will acknowledge to the prospective employer the student's additional preparation for specific job responsibilities.

    Learning Outcomes

    • Students will demonstrate an understanding of their professional development goals. 
    • Students will demonstrate an understanding of what specialized knowledge and/or skills are needed to meet their professional development goals. 
    • Students will demonstrate specialized knowledge and/or skills in a specific chosen area of the field.  

    Academic Progress

    Students must present a grade point average of at least 3.0 (B average) on all courses taken in the program at the time of graduation. Students who earn a grade below B on more than six hours of course work or a grade of D, F, WF, or U in any course will not be allowed to continue in the program. Students who receive a grade below C in a course cannot apply the course toward graduation. Students who receive a grade of D+ or D in a required course (i.e. joint program requirements or NCATE requirements ) must retake the course to attain a grade of at least a C.

    Additionally, Graduate School policy states that graduate students whose cumulative grade point average (GPA) drops below 3.00 will be placed on academic probation and allowed one calendar year to raise the GPA to at least 3.00. Students who do not reach a cumulative 3.00 GPA during this grace period will not be permitted to enroll for further graduate work.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Specialized Study in Information Science, Certificate at University of South Carolina

    Entry Requirements

    Admission to the Certificate program is selective and based on the faculty's assessment of the applicant's aptitude for graduate study and potential contribution to the profession.  The faculty take a holistic approach to the admissions process.  Consequently, an applicant's entire file and interview are taken into consideration before an admission decision is made.  The following materials are required for full consideration: 

    1. The School of Library and Information Science Supplemental Application (accessible through the Graduate School application), where applicants respond to statement provided;
    2. Official transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended (whether or not a degree was earned);
    3. Two letters of recommendation attending to your academic performance and/or job performance—letters from friends and relatives addressing personal attributes do not qualify;
    4. A qualifying score on either the GRE or MAT—a previously earned master's degree may be accepted in lieu of a test score at the discretion of the admissions committee; and, if appropriate for applicants whose native language is not English, a qualifying score on a test of English as another language and appropriate immigration documentation.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 74

    English Program Requirements

    Applicants whose native language is not English must: 

    1. Submit a satisfactory score on an English proficiency test. 

    2. Take a diagnostic test in English when they arrive at the university.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Specialized Study in Information Science, Certificate at University of South Carolina

    Application Fee 50
    Specialized Study in Information Science, Certificate at University of South Carolina
    University of South Carolina
    University of South Carolina
    United States of America

    United States of America, Columbia

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