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Specialist (post-Master's) Degree

The Specialist Degree is a post-master degree within the School of Library & Information Studies. Students who pursue it are interested in becoming aware of new areas within the field of information studies. They are also interested in improving or developing skills and additional competencies in the field. As a result of this focus, you will acquire the knowledge and competencies to perform at high levels within your specialization. The program is planned cooperatively with faculty members who will help tailor the program to meet your professional needs.

Hours
30 hours (Note: Up to 15 of these hours may be taken outside the School in other FSU departments with the approval of the faculty advisor. Up to 6 hours may be taken outside FSU at an accredited institution with the approval of the faculty advisor.)

Culminating Paper
The Specialist degree requires a culminating paper or project, which is completed as a Directed Individual Study (DIS) for 3 to 6 credits. This culminating paper or project is done no earlier than the last two semesters of the program.

Time to Completion
The Specialist degree must be completed within seven (7) years from the time the student registers for graduate credits after being admitted to the degree program.

Courses
Course descriptions for the Master’s program also apply to the Specialist degree.

Last updated: June 28, 2009 by Melissa Raulston
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