Library & Information Studies

The Graduate Diploma of Library and Information Studies programme is designed to prepare university graduates for careers in the library and information profession.

The entry requirements for the Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies (GradDIpLIS) are: -A minimum 2.2 award in a bachelor's degree (NFQ Level 8 or International equivalent) -Names and contact details of two referees who can assess your intellectual ability, maturity, and motivation -If you do not meet the academic requirements above you must provide additional information to be considered for admission as listed below - A letter of reference from an academic who has taught the applicant. - A statement describing their previous library experience, which must be a minimum of 5 years. - A letter from their work supervisor to confirm the length of experience, the nature of the experience as meeting professional library tasks. ​We recommend a minimum of 6 weeks’ experience working in a library or information environment before applying for the GradDip. Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent. You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), as UCD recognises formal, informal, and/or experiential learning. RPL may be awarded to gain Admission and/or credit exemptions on a programme. Please visit the UCD Registry RPL web page for further information. Any exceptions are also listed on this webpage. https://www.ucd.ie/registry/prospectivestudents/admissions/rpl/