Archives, Records, & Information Management MSc

This is a graduate-entry postgraduate programme, open to applicants who already hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field. The Archives, Records, & Information Management MSc at the University of Glasgow offers a sophisticated exploration of how society preserves its memory and ensures accountability. Developed over 20 years ago in collaboration with the University’s Archives and Special Collections, the program provides a critical understanding of archival theory and its intersection with modern digital technologies.

Students master the complexities of digital curation, cataloguing, and information rights, learning to manage "born-digital" assets alongside historical physical records. A distinctive feature is the interdisciplinary synergy with the Museum Studies program, which includes joint workshops on 21st-century heritage challenges. The curriculum emphasizes the strategic importance of information governance, where students analyze data integrity and the lifecycle of records.

Through professional placements or virtual project work, students apply theoretical frameworks to real-world institutional settings. Graduates emerge as versatile professionals capable of ensuring democratic access to information while navigating complex ethical and legal landscapes.