Records Management and Digital Preservation MSc
Master
Distance
Description
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Type
Master
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Methodology
Distance Learning
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Duration
30 Months
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Online campus
Yes
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Delivery of study materials
Yes
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Support service
Yes
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Virtual classes
Yes
The Records Management and Digital Preservation course is aimed at those wishing to work, or currently working, in records management and digital recordkeeping. They are accredited by the Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland and by Records and Information Management Professionals Australia.
The courses provide
a professional education in the theory and practice of records management and digital recordkeeping
an in-depth knowledge of the processes necessary for the management of records and digital objects.
an understanding of recordkeeping practice and tradition and its relationship with digital information
flexible, supported and interactive study
modules taught by experts in their field
the opportunity to develop research skills and expertise during the preparation of the masters dissertation
the ability to gain a professional qualification whilst working
The MSc/PGDip degrees consist of core modules that cover fundamental theory and practice, which you must take, and optional modules that let you tailor your degree to your requirements or interests. PG Certificates are available for existing professionals seeking to update their knowledge of this rapidly evolving area and can be completed within 1 year.
About this course
The requirement to be working or volunteering prior to, and throughout the duration of, the course gives students a distinct advantage in terms of appropriate work experience. The course itself is a mixture of theory and practice, and enables direct application of learning within the workplace. The dissertation gives students the opportunity to specialise in a particular area of direct benefit to employers.
You'll need to be a graduate with a with an Honours degree or above in an appropriate discipline.
You will also need to be employed or active as a volunteer in an appropriate professional environment for a minimum of 1/2 day a week and have appropriate prior experience.
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Subjects
- Theory
- Management
- Records management
- Information
- N Taxonomies
- Theory and Context
- Electronic Records
- Electronic Engineering
- Volunteering
- Professionals
Course programme
- RM50006 - Principles and Practice of Records Management
- RM50017 - Management and Preservation of Digital Records
- RM50019 - Metadata Standards and Information Taxonomies
- RM50031 - The Theory and Context of Recordkeeping
- RM51005 - Electronic Records Management
- Plus optional modules(s) (total of 20 credits)
Dissertation
Diploma core modules- RM50006 - Principles and Practice of Records Management
- RM50017 - Management and Preservation of Digital Records
- RM50019 - Metadata Standards and Information Taxonomies
- RM50031 - The Theory and Context of Recordkeeping
- RM51005 - Electronic Records Management
Additional information
Records Management and Digital Preservation MSc