Overview
Students enrolled in the Certificate of Advanced Study
in Library and Information Science (CAS/LIS) program
are, in most cases, seasoned professionals who have advanced
in their careers in librarianship and information management
and wish to update their skills and knowledge and enhance
their professional development through a planned program
of individualized study beyond the MLIS/MLS degree. The
CAS/LIS program is a terminal program leading to a certificate
rather than a degree and is designed specifically for
those who do not wish to pursue the PhD degree, but who
wish to continue their education along the lines of their
special interests. This flexible program provides options
that vary from working closely with a faculty member
in a specific research area to taking a range of course
work.
CAS/LIS Admission Requirements
For admission to the Certificate of Advanced Study in
Library and Information Science (CAS/LIS) Program, applicants
must:
- Possess a Master's degree from a program accredited
by the American Library Association or a Master's degree
in Information Science, with a quality point average
of 3.00 (on a scale with A having a value of 4 points
per credit), or equivalent qualification.
- Complete all of the steps on the Admissions
Application Process Checklist that
is part of this application packet; Application
for Admission Form, three (3) Letters of Recommendation
Forms, and the University of Pittsburgh Application
Data Form.
- Choose a DLIS advisor who agrees to direct the student's
work in the CAS/LIS program. A personal interview with
the advisor is recommended.
CAS/LIS Program Requirements
To receive a CAS/LIS you must complete a total of 24
credits of course work acceptable to the advisor with
a grade of B or better.
CAS/LIS Statute Of Limitations
Requirements for the CAS/LIS must be completed within
a period of four calendar years from the student's initial
registration in the program.
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