Information Studies (Records and Archives Management)

The Information Studies (Records and Archives Management) degree from Charles Sturt University is available for study anywhere and anytime with the flexibility to choose subjects from a range of specialisations. As Australia's largest provider of information and library studies education Charles Sturt University offers you study opportunities unlike anyone else.

This course is an accredited qualification offering a global gateway into a broad range of employment options in the library, information and cultural sectors. With a four-decade history in developing research and delivering information and library education, Charles Sturt University produces more than half of Australia's specialists in this field.

The School of Information and Communication Studies is a proud member of iSchools.The iSchools represent over 120 universities across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africawho are united by a common interest in strengthening all aspects of research and teaching about information, for all members. Learn more here.

Study is now even more affordable when you save on your fees with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP). A CSP means you can apply for a HECS-HELP loan to pay for your studies and defer repayment until you earn above a certain amount. Check the 'fees' section to see how much you can save with a CSP.

This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.

What you will study:

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.

Career opportunities:

As a graduate of this course, your range of career opportunities is broad, and includes libraries; research, government and corporate information centres; and the cultural heritage sector. Work in public libraries and other information agencies to provide effective services for children and youth. Help plan, organise and lead information management in large and small organisations. Deliver support in business, government, and other settings and use the latest technologies to create, share and use information.

Courses include:

• Information Sources and Services

• Collections

• The Information Society

• Metadata for Resource Discovery

• Management of Information Agencies

• Research in Practice

• Planning for Professional Placement