Master of Arts in Library and Information Science
2026-06-25Admission Requirements
Applicants seeking admission to the master’s program must successfully pass the personal interview.
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in library and information science with a minimum grade of Good. International students are exempt from the minimum grade requirement.
Alternatively, applicants may hold a Specialized Diploma in Library and Information Science with a minimum overall grade of Very Good.
Target Group
Egyptians and International Students
Program Duration
Minimum: 2 years
Maximum: 5 years
Application Period
Applications are accepted from the beginning of August until the end of the second week of the academic year.
Credit Hours
36 credit hours
Program Advantages:
• Meeting the demands of the modern labor market.
• Developing advanced digital competencies.
• Keeping pace with digital transformation and artificial intelligence.
• Strengthening scientific research and academic capabilities.
• Offering diverse areas of study and specialization.
• Enhancing opportunities for career advancement.
• Providing flexibility through practical applications and hands-on learning.
• Preparing professionals capable of managing institutional knowledge.
• Responding effectively to societal and technological changes.
• Creating employment opportunities across diverse sectors.
• Developing communication and teamwork skills.
• Contributing to the development of a knowledge-based society.
Skills Acquired by Graduates
• Conduct specialized scientific research.
• Analyze and evaluate information systems and library services.
• Manage and organize information resources.
• Utilize modern information and communication technologies.
• Manage knowledge and digital content.
• Develop and improve information services for users.
• Apply bibliometric analysis tools and research evaluation techniques.
• Plan and develop information institutions and services.
• Engage in scientific communication and community service.
• Manage medium-scale information and knowledge projects.
• Adhere to professional ethics and intellectual property principles.
• Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare scientific and professional reports.
• Contribute to institutional digital transformation initiatives.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Contact Information
Email:
ahmed.sayed@art.asu.edu.eg
Program Website:
https://arts.asu.edu.eg/storage/uploads/mediacenter/2022/7ILSRrRBNMM3834g.pdf

