Library science with a concentration in Music Librarianship, MS

This concentration is specifically designed for students seeking a graduate degree in Library Science with a specialization that will prepare them for careers as music librarians or information professionals in a music-related environment. Students pursuing the Music Librarianship concentration will take courses in the library and information sciences curriculum offered by the department, and will also have the opportunity to enroll in courses in the College of Music at UNT. Internships will be arranged for students who lack practical experience working in a music library or who want to increase their exposure to a particular aspect of music librarianship. In addition to face-to-face courses taught in Denton, this program is offered through distance learning opportunities using a variety of online instructional formats.

General requirements

1. Total coursework is 36 credit hours (12 courses).
2. Enrollment in INFO 5090 (practicum) unless officially waived based on previous professional and industry experience.
3. Completion of the Capstone Experience.

Required courses, 9 hours

A grade of B or better must be earned in all three core courses.

Prescribed electives, 15 hours

Completion of the following major elective courses (15 credit hours):

General electives, 12 hours

Completion of four courses (12 credit hours) from the categories listed below. With the guidance of the academic advisor, each student is required to complete at least one course from each of the following areas:

Information Organization, Behavior and Content Management

Information Technologies

Management and Special Collections

Alternative elective courses

Alternative elective courses may be selected from the catalog or transferred from other programs with the approval of the academic advisor.