Information and Documentation Science
The Master of Information and Documentation Science is a course of 2. Cycle that follows the old course of Specialization in Information Science, aims to provide specialized training in the areas of Library and Archives. The range of courses covers the most important elements of a considered adequate training, covering the areas of Librarianship and information science and Archives management, with special reference to management of computer systems, and the Management Services and Systems and Documentation information. Other subjects provide essential training, since knowledge of palaeography and diplomatic, the subject of the manuscript and the printed history, to notions of legal content and conservation and restoration of documents.
This Course offers advanced training for managers and information scientists, who aim to perform leadership positions and functions in the field of Information Management and in research teams and projects. With a strong connection to the job market, it stands out for its high level of employability (c. 99%) and for the opportunity to attend internships in selected host entities (Public Administration, business and associative sector). It also develops research skills, which can be developed in a PhD in Information Science.
Access and ingress
Can apply for this program of study who have a degree of 180 ECTS. In accordance with the provisions of paragraph d of Article 17 of Decree-Law 74/2006, may also apply for the "d) holders of an academic, scientific or professional curriculum vitae that is recognized as attesting the capacity to carry out this cycle of studies by the Scientific Council of the higher education institution where they want to be admitted."
