Study Master of Information Management (Library and Information Management) at the University of South Australia (UniSA). Information for Australian students.

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Start Date
January
March
June
September

Campus
City West

Duration
2 year(s) full-time

Program Code
DMIL

SATAC Code
4CM134 (Internal)

Study as
Full-time or part-time

Mode
Online

Fees
Commonwealth Supported

Entry requirements
For entry into the Master of Information Management applicants will be required to have:
- A completed Bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A completed Graduate Diploma in Information Management
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This program is available to international students to study online from their home country.

Degree overview

Specialise in advanced skills required for librarians and information officers.
Complete an industry based project.
The only degree of its kind in South Australia.
Online only program including part and full-time study options.
100 per cent of our assessed research rated at or above world-class¹.
Accredited by the Australian Library and Information Association.

¹2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research.

Snapshot

The Master of Information Management (Library and Information Management) is the only qualification of its kind in South Australia.

The degree leverages a unique partnership with the State Records of South Australia and UniSA Library and it offers a learning environment informed by industry and relevant professional practice.

You can tailor your studies to suit your busy life, as the program is online along with part time study. This degree is offered as part of a suite of three programs (graduate certificate, graduate diploma and master). Each qualification extends to the next, so you can easily transition to a master level qualification.

The degree is offered as part of a suite of three programs (graduate certificate, graduate diploma and master). Each qualification extends to the next, so you can easily transition to a master level qualification. If you decide to exit this degree having completed the first four courses, you will receive the Graduate Certificate in Information Management. If you have completed the first eight courses, you will receive the Graduate Diploma in Information Management (Library and Information Management).

What you'll learn

You will develop an advanced understanding of library collection and resource management, and study contemporary information management. You will also study several elective courses to further develop your chosen area of professional interest, and also develop a profound understanding of digital literacy, metadata, marketing and social media, reading and readers' advisory and scholarly communications.

Professional focus – Information Management Research Project:

a professional research project in collaboration with an industry partner
work in a structured project team and gain practical experience in modern information management techniques and practices
supervised by an on-site supervisor and a UniSA course coordinator or supervisor

Degree structure

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
Course name FIRST YEAR			Reference
Course name Semester 1			Reference
Course name Information Management Professional Practice	Area and cat no. INFS 5087	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Technological Foundations	Area and cat no. INFS 5107	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Information Management Foundations	Area and cat no. INFS 5104	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Information Resources	Area and cat no. INFS 5139	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Semester 2			Reference
Course name Information Management Project Placement	Area and cat no. INFS 5067	Units 4.5	Reference Note(s): 3
Course name Information Description and Discovery	Area and cat no. INFS 5138	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Information Management Course 1		Units 4.5	Reference Note(s): 4
Course name Please select one of the following two courses:			Reference
Course name Readers' Advisory and Collections	Area and cat no. INFS 5140	Units 4.5	Reference Note(s): 2
Course name Research Services in Academic Libraries	Area and cat no. INFS 5134	Units 4.5	Reference Note(s): 2
Course name SECOND YEAR			Reference
Course name Semester 1			Reference
Course name Information Management Course 2		Units 4.5	Reference Note(s): 4
Course name Information Management Course 3		Units 4.5	Reference Note(s): 4
Course name Elective 1		Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Masters Research Theory and Practice	Area and cat no. ENGG 5020	Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Semester 2			Reference
Course name Elective 2		Units 4.5	Reference
Course name Elective 3		Units 4.5	Reference
Course name IM Masters Research Project	Area and cat no. INFS 5124	Units 9	Reference Note(s): 1

Electives

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
Students must complete all three of the listed Information Management courses.
Course name Information Advocacy	Area and cat no. INFS 5125	Units 4.5
Course name Metadata	Area and cat no. INFS 5126	Units 4.5
Course name Digital Literacy	Area and cat no. INFS 5103	Units 4.5
Students must select their electives from this list.
Course name Online Learning Communities: Formal and Informal	Area and cat no. EDUC 5239	Units 4.5
Course name Learners in a Digital Age: Innovative Practices	Area and cat no. EDUC 5237	Units 4.5
Course name Advanced Business Intelligence and Analytics	Area and cat no. INFS 5135	Units 4.5
Course name Preserving Non-Digital Collections	Area and cat no. INFS 5142	Units 4.5
Course name Archival Professional Practice	Area and cat no. INFS 5137	Units 4.5
Course name Preserving Digital Collections	Area and cat no. INFS 5141	Units 4.5
Course name Enterprise Resource Management	Area and cat no. INFS 5024	Units 4.5
Course name Festival and Event Management	Area and cat no. TOUR 5002	Units 4.5
Course name Sustainable Destination Management	Area and cat no. TOUR 5003	Units 4.5
Course name Information and Records Management	Area and cat no. INFS 5063	Units 4.5
Course name Managing Across Cultures	Area and cat no. BUSS 5349	Units 4.5
Course name Managing Venues and EventScapes	Area and cat no. BUSS 5356	Units 4.5
Course name Information Governance	Area and cat no. INFS 5075	Units 4.5

Rules & notes

Notes

1. Students taking this course should do so in their last term of study.

2. Students must choose one of these two courses.

3. Enrolment in this course is required at least three weeks prior to the study period beginning so projects can be allocated to student groups.

4. Students to refer to the three courses listed below in Elective Group 1. Students must complete all three courses but may choose the order in which they do so.

Study hours

For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects, as well as to contribute to online discussion forums. So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12–26 hours of study when at university and 14–28 hours of independent study per week.

Assessment

Your studies at UniSA will incorporate both practical, professionally-focused and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:

reports and project documentation
assignments
group projects and presentations

Global opportunities

Enrich your studies and your life – make overseas study part of your qualification. You may have the option to undertake an exchange, short-term program or study tour overseas while you study. We have links with universities worldwide, as well as a range of travel grants available to make going overseas much more accessible.

You can choose short-term or semester-long study from a range of universities and countries depending on your area of study and cultural interests.

Take a look at the global opportunities available.

Research

UniSA’s research centres, institutes and concentrations provide a dynamic teaching and research base for students. All have state-of-the-art facilities, with world renowned links and associations.

Why Master of Information Management (Library and Information Management)

Accredited by the Australian Library and Information Association, the Australian Society of Archivists and Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia, this degree offers you a learning environment informed by industry and relevant professional practice.

You will learn the most contemporary practical applications of information theory, have the opportunity to complete a practical industry based project, for a minimum of 80 hours duration. You will also study several elective courses to further develop your chosen area of professional interest, and also develop a profound understanding of digital literacy, metadata, marketing and social media, reading and readers' advisory and scholarly communications.

The degree culminates in a research project.

Real-world connections

The University of South Australia has more than 200 industry partners. In your courses you will have opportunities to get real-world experience through projects and placements with our partners.

This master degree has a strong foundation in contemporary professional practice. It has been developed and is delivered in partnership with industry – in particular the State Records of South Australia and the UniSA Library.

Staff members from each of these industry partners teach and guest lecture in the courses, melding theory and practice and creating a convergence between librarianship, records management, and archives.

We also host regular University-wide employee master classes and employment expos, and alumni events in Australia and overseas.

Online study

Part, or all, of this degree can be studied online. This means that you can:

study online, including accessing videos and course resources
participate in an interactive online learning environment
submit your assignments and get feedback online
use discussion forums for team work and communication

With interactive online course materials and a 24/7 learning environment, you can organise your study to suit your lifestyle.

Please note that for some degrees, some on-campus attendance (such as to attend seminars, workshops or examinations) and/or placements may apply. Any applicable requirements will be detailed on individual course pages.

Career outcomes

Your career

Careers to consider:

librarian: managing and resourcing a branch library, a section of a large library, a small special library, or a research program; supervising and leading staff; providing expert advice on strategic information management; managing major projects such as information technology systems
records manager: managing the storage and maintenance organisational records; maintaining the legal requirements of record keeping and freedom of information; ensuring the responsible and appropriate disposal of records
archivist: authenticating and appraising historical documents and archival materials; maintaining accessible, retrievable computer archives and databases; locating new materials and organising their acquisition and display

Professional accreditation and recognition

This program has been granted Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) Gold reaccreditation. As part of the accreditation requirements students must complete an industry based project for a minimum of 80 hours duration.

This program is professionally accredited by Records and Information Management Professional Alliance.

Industry facts

Employment for Librarians is expected to grow moderately by 5.9% (600 jobs) by 2026

(Labour Market Insights, 2022)

Librarians are identified as 1 of 25 emerging occupations

(National Skills Commission, 2021)

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2025

Ready to start your studies in 2025? You can apply to the University of Adelaide or UniSA now before continuing on to the new Adelaide University in 2026.

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2026

Planning to start your studies in 2026? You can apply to Adelaide University directly.

Applications are currently open for international students and will open for Australian students in August 2025.

Have any questions? We're here to help! Contact Adelaide University's Future Student Enquiries Team.

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Your study experience and support

Our campuses have fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, tech zones, and spaces that simulate real work environments. You’ll also find student gyms and campus sport activities to keep you active. We also offer flexible study options, with online resources available for accessing lecture recordings, virtual classrooms, library resources and learning support.

Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation and private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages, or explore our student accommodation by Scape on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.

Student services

Our student services provide you with all the support you need at university. You can access a full range of support services including academic and personal counselling, career advice, social support services, as well as those through our student association, USASA. When you become a UniSA student, you can also contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your enrolment, ID cards, fees, timetables and more.

24/7 digital environment

Our learnonline facilities include a personal learning environment with virtual classrooms, lecture recordings, emails, learning support, administration, library access and results. The environment is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you can tailor your learning to your life. We are continually investing in innovative digital technologies for a high-quality student learning experience.

Your campus

We have six campuses in metropolitan and regional areas, each with modern facilities including lecture theatres, libraries and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments.

Your program director

I am the Program Director of Library & Information Management and Business Information Management at the University of South Australia.

I work with post graduate students and industry to make sure that our programs are relevant to library and information management, archives, and records management professionals. We make sure our students graduate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities that make them valued in the work place in Australia or internationally.

Dr Jo Kaeding

Program Director

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What others are saying

Information Management at UniSA is more than just organising information. The degree explores a wide-range of different topics including libraries, archives, records management, museums and galleries. Since graduating, I have been working for the Adelaide Hills Council library service, responsible for purchasing and managing collections and providing reader advisory to the local community.

Taish Shaw

Master of Information Management (Library and Information Management)

Taish Shaw

Master of Information Management (Library and Information Management)

The great thing about information management is that it can take you in so many directions and down so many career paths. I’m really interested in special collections and the way libraries, archives, galleries and museums can open our history and culture to the community through these collections. I was fortunate enough to secure my position as a Graduate Library Officer before I graduated. However, now that I have completed my studies, I feel confident about applying for higher level positions and seeking more challenges.

Rebecca Bell

Master of Information Management, Graduate Diploma in Information Management (Library and Information Management)

Rebecca Bell

Master of Information Management, Graduate Diploma in Information Management (Library and Information Management)

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Master of Information Management (Library and Information Management)

Degree overview

Snapshot

What you'll learn

Degree structure

FIRST YEAR

SECOND YEAR

Study hours

Assessment

Global opportunities

Research

Why Master of Information Management (Library and Information Management)

Real-world connections

Online study

Career outcomes

Your career

Professional accreditation and recognition

Industry facts

Thinking of studying soon?

2025

2026

UniStart - your 100% online pathway to a degree

How to apply

Credit Transfer

Entry pathway

Scholarships

Scholarship for student leadership

International travel grants

Study on demand with UniSA Online

Your study experience and support

Student services

24/7 digital environment

Your campus

Your program director

Ask UniSA

Student accommodation

What others are saying

Related degrees

Study overseas

Accommodation

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