Library and Information Studies (Gr. Cert.) (15 credits)
Offered by: Information Studies (Faculty of Arts)
Program credit weight: 15
Program Description
The Graduate Certificate in Library and Information Studies focuses on new and emerging topics in library and information studies. The program may be completed on a full-time or part-time basis, to a maximum of five years
Note: For information about Fall 2025 and Winter 2026 course offerings, please check back on May 8, 2025. Until then, the "Terms offered" field will appear blank for most courses while the class schedule is being finalized.
Complementary Courses
9-15 credits, three to five INFS courses chosen in consultation with the student's advisor with the exception of the following courses:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| INFS 605 | Research Project 3. | 6 |
Research Project 3. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Under the supervision of a faculty member, data analysis and preparation of a research paper with potential for publication. | ||
| INFS 605D1 | Research Project 3. | 3 |
Research Project 3. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Under the supervision of a faculty member, data analysis and preparation of a research paper with potential for publication. | ||
| INFS 605D2 | Research Project 3. | 3 |
Research Project 3. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Under the supervision of a faculty member, data a analysis and preparation of a research paper with potential for publication. | ||
| INFS 689 | Selected Topics. | 3 |
Selected Topics. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Exploration of a topic in library and information studies which elaborates or augments the curriculum through an individualized program of directed study which will vary according to the student's interests. | ||
| INFS 696D1 | Research Paper 2. | 6 |
Research Paper 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Explores a minor topic relevant to the Graduate Diploma student's program of study and results in a scholarly paper with potential for publication. | ||
| INFS 696D2 | Research Paper 2. | 6 |
Research Paper 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Explores a minor topic relevant to the Graduate Diploma student's program of study and results in a scholarly paper with potential for publication. | ||
0-6 credits of non-INFS courses with a maximum of 3 credits from outside McGill. All such courses must be at a graduate level and receive prior approval of the student's adviser(s) and the School's Director.