English Dual Program Leading to the M.A. - M.S. in English and Information Science and Policy

Dual Program Leading to the MA/MS in English and Information Science

The Department of English in conjunction with the Department of Information Studies offers a dual degree program combining the M.A. in English and the M.S. in Information Science. Students can reduce the total number of credits needed for both degrees by double counting up to 13 credits between the programs, with a minimum of 6 credits from each program. However, faculty responsible for concentrations in both programs may require additional course work. Students may be admitted to a dual master's degree program at the beginning of their graduate studies, but not later than after completing 20 graduate credits applicable to a dual master's degree program. Work done for an awarded master's or doctoral degree may not be used for this program. Students may leave a dual program before completion of both degrees. If the requirements for one degree have been fulfilled, that degree may be awarded. You must be admitted to graduate study in both the M.A. in English and M.S. in Information Science degree programs for the dual degree program.

Program of Study - English and Information Science – 55 credits

Please note, 13 credits may be double-counted, with a minimum of 6 credits from each program.

A. English (32 credits)

1. English (12 credits, minimum)
   1. Textual Practices I - ENG 500 (4);
   2. One course numbered 600 or above (4);
   3. ENG 699 Master's Thesis (4); or ENG 698 Master's Research Tutorial (4) and Examination
2. Supporting courses (20 credits): Selected subjects in English or other academic fields as advised. Up to 8 credits may be taken in other fields (6 credits must be from Information Science), but this coursework must be approved by the MA Director.

B. Information Science (36 credits minimum)

1. Required courses: (15 Credits)
   • Core courses: IST 601, 602, and 614 (9 credits)               
   • Research and statistics competency: IST 608 (3 credits)
   • Internship: IST 678 (3 credits)
2. Concentration courses: (6-12 credits)
   • Archives and Records Administration - Required courses: IST 546, 547, 654 or 660, 656 (12 credits)
   • Library and Information Services - Required courses: IST 603, 605 (6 credits)
   • Information Management and Technology - Required courses: IST 553, 560, 565, 611 (12 credits)
   • Intelligence Analysis - Required courses: IST 529, 667, EHC 557 (9 credits)
   • Data Analytics - Required courses: IST 506, 529, INF 624 (9 credits)
3. Supporting courses as advised (9-15 credits) - 6 credits must be from English

Please note: This program requires an internship, field experience, study abroad component, or clinical experience requirement. Students who have previously been convicted of a felony are advised that their prior criminal history may impede their ability to complete the requirements of certain academic programs and/or to meet licensure requirements for certain professions. If you have concerns about this matter please contact the Dean’s Office of your intended academic program.