MRes Information Studies

Course Overview This Master of Research in Information Studies offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary exploration of the challenges and opportunities presented by our digital era, connecting core theoretical concepts with innovative practical applications. The program equips students to address fundamental issues like digital curation, preservation, and access within cultural heritage, archival practice, and the humanities. Students will join a vibrant research community, developing the skills to produce a significant thesis that contributes to the field. Key Program Highlights Interdisciplinary research at the intersection of information studies, digital culture, and digital humanities. Focus on pressing digital challenges including curation of complex assets, transformation of archival practice, and digital museology. Opportunity to investigate cutting-edge topics like citizen science, gamification, and the use of digital tools in arts research. Active participation in a vibrant research culture through departmental seminars and publications. Blended structure combining taught courses with a substantial, independent research thesis.