Master by Research in Archives and Information Science, 120 credits

Aim

The objective of the programme is to provide an increased knowledge within the selected specialization by planning and carrying out research projects in collaboration with other researchers and, if any, external partners.

Programme objectives

OUTCOMES ACCORDING TO THE HIGHER EDUCATION ORDINANCE FOR A MASTER OF ARTS/SCIENCE (120 CREDITS)

Knowledge and understanding
For a Master of Arts/Science (120 credits) the student shall have:
- demonstrated knowledge and understanding in the main field of study, including both broad knowledge of the field and a considerable degree of specialised knowledge in certain areas of the field as well as insight into current research and development work, and
- demonstrated specialised methodological knowledge in the main field of study.

Competence and skills
For a Master of Arts/Science (120 credits) the student shall have:
- demonstrated the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and analyse, assess and deal with complex phenomena, issues and situations even with limited information
- demonstrated the ability to identify and formulate issues critically, autonomously and creatively as well as to plan and, using appropriate methods, undertake advanced tasks within predetermined time frames and so contribute to the formation of knowledge as well as the ability to evaluate this work
- demonstrated the ability in speech and writing both nationally and internationally to report clearly and discuss his or her conclusions and the knowledge and arguments on which they are based in dialogue with different audiences, and
- demonstrated the skills required for participation in research and development work or autonomous employment in some other qualified capacity.

Judgement and approach
For a Master of Arts/Science (120 credits) the student shall have:
- demonstrated the ability to make assessments in the main field of study informed by relevant disciplinary, social and ethical issues and also to demonstrate awareness of ethical aspects of research and development work
- demonstrated insight into the possibilities and limitations of research, its role in society and the responsibility of the individual for how it is used, and
- demonstrated the ability to identify the personal need for further knowledge and take responsibility for his or her ongoing learning.


OUTCOMES FOR MASTER BY RESEARCH IN ARCHIVES AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
After having completed the programme the student should be able to:
- identify, analyze and define a research problem
- develop and present a research proposal
- handle a research project including planning, realization, documentation and reporting
- follow established standards and regulations with respect to research ethics

After completion of the programme the student should have demonstrated an increased knowledge and an ability to critically evaluate:
- the literature in Archives and Information Science chosen for the student’s independent work
- the standards and the leading international and profession based practice which exists within Archives and Information Science.

In addition the student shall have exhibited an outstanding ability to communicate his or her research through scientific publication.

Content

Archives and Information Science BA/MA, 30 credits
Archives and Information Science MA, Scientific Writing and Presentation Techniques, 7.5 credits
Archives and Information Science MA, Problem Formulation and Thesis Planning, 7.5 credits
Archives and Information Science MA, Development of Theory and Research Design, 15 credits
Archives and Information Science MA Thesis Project I, 15 credits
Archives and Information Science MA, Thesis Project II, 15 credits
Archives and Information Science MA, Thesis, 30 credits *)

The course marked with a star (*) equals the independent project required for a Degree of Master.

Entry requirements

English course 6/English course B from Swedish Upper Secondary School (Gymnasium) or the equivalent.

Swedish for basic eligibility for higher education.

Bachelor of Science or equivalent (at least 180 credits/180 ECTS) in any of the area of Archival Science, Archives and Information Science, Informatics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Science with at least 60 credits in Archives and information science or Archival science.

Description of programme

The degree programme runs full-time for two years and is carried out for the most part in the form of research work in a research group.

Selection rules and procedures

Alternative selection, see heading "Other information".

Programme with restricted admissions

Special prerequisites for courses are given in the respective course specifications.

Teaching and examination

Teaching is full-time in the form of research work in a research group.
The language of instruction is Swedish or English.

The teaching and examination procedures are stated in the syllabus of each course.

Title of qualification

Degree of Master of Arts/Science (120 credits)

Masterexamen med huvudområdet arkiv- och informationsvetenskap
translated into
Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Archives and Information Science