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Information: Introduction

Faculty Affiliation

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Degree Programs

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  • MI Concentrations
    • Archives and Records Management (ARM);
    • Critical Information Policy Studies (CIPS);
    • Culture and Technology (C&T);
    • Human Centred Data Science (HCDS);
    • Information Systems and Design (ISD);
    • Knowledge Management and Information Management (KMIM);
    • Library and Information Science (LIS);
    • User Experience Design (UXD)
       
  • PhD (No Concentration)
     
  • PhD (Concentration: Media, Technology, and Culture (MTC));
    • The following PhD concentrations are approved to close and no longer accepting students. Students currently in these concentrations should refer to the 2024-25 SGS Calendar (PDF).
      • Archives and Records Management (ARM);
      • Critical Information Policy Studies (CIPS);
      • Cultural Heritage;
      • Information Systems and Design (ISD);
      • Knowledge Management and Information Management (KMIM);
      • Library and Information Science (LIS);
      • Philosophy of Information.

Museum Studies

  • MMSt

Combined Degree Programs


Collaborative Specializations

The following collaborative specializations are available to students in participating degree programs as listed below:


Overview

The Faculty of Information at the University of Toronto is one of the world’s most important information and knowledge management schools. Information is studied and tough questions are asked for the benefit of society and the students. Located in the heart of Canada’s most diverse and dynamic city, the programs are led by leading researchers and faculty across multiple disciplines and result in exceptional research and career opportunities. The Faculty of Information is the centre for information professions and leaders of research that matters.

People. Information. Technology. They intersect at the Faculty of Information, a launch pad for futures as highly skilled practitioners or researchers. Today’s technologies have transformed the way we connect with, shape, and use information. Similar changes have been taking place in the field of museums and cultural heritage.


Contact and Address

Web: ischool.utoronto.ca
General email: inquire.ischool@utoronto.ca
Admissions email: admissions.ischool@utoronto.ca
Telephone: (416) 978-3234

Faculty of Information
University of Toronto
140 St. George Street
Toronto, Ontario M5S 3G6
Canada

Graduate Faculty

Graduate faculty membership information will be coming soon.

Information: Information MI

The Master of Information (MI) program allows students to explore the breadth of information, and also to focus on one area of study/concentration.

Students will choose one of the following three options:

  • Concentration only,

  • Concentration plus a thesis, or

  • Concentration plus a co-op (CCO)

Students will be admitted to one of eight concentrations*:

  • Archives and Records Management (ARM)

  • Critical Information Policy Studies (CIPS)

  • Culture and Technology (C&T)

  • Human Centred Data Science (HCDS)

  • Information Systems and Design (ISD)

  • Knowledge Management and Information Management (KMIM)

  • Library and Information Science (LIS)

  • User Experience Design (UXD)

*Note: students who find themselves on a path to be able to complete a second concentration may submit a request to have the second concentration added to their transcript in the final session of their final year. Contact the Office of the Registrar and Student Services for more details at inquire.ischool@utoronto.ca.

MI Program

Minimum Admission Requirements

  • Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Application deadlines are available on the Faculty of Information website. Applicants must also satisfy the Faculty's additional admission requirements stated below. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.

  • An appropriate bachelor's degree with at least a B average (3.0 GPA) from a university recognized by the University of Toronto.

  • The bachelor's degree must normally contain at least 75% academic credits — that is, courses that are not professional, practical, technical, or vocational. Courses such as studio art, drama or music performance, theology, education, or undergraduate courses in library science are not normally considered to be sufficiently academic in content for admission purposes.

  • Applicants who have satisfactory standing in an undergraduate program and who have successfully completed information studies graduate courses in programs equivalent to the University of Toronto MI program may also apply for admission with advanced standing. Each application will be evaluated individually. At least 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) towards the MI degree must be taken at the University of Toronto.

  • All incoming graduate students must have a good command of English. All applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. This requirement is a condition of admission and must be met before an offer of admission is made. The English language requirement may be satisfied using one of the following tests:

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with the following minimum scores:

      • Paper-based TOEFL exam: 600 with 5.5 on the Test of Written English (TWE)

      • Internet-based TOEFL exam: 107/120 with 24/30 on the speaking section and 27/30 on the writing section.

    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS): a minimum required score of 7.5 overall with 7.5 on the writing section and 7.0 on the speaking section.

    • Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): a minimum required score of 95 overall with 41 on the writing component, 27 on the reading component, and 27 on the listening component.

    • English Language Program, U of T School of Continuing Studies with an overall score of A in Academic English Level 60.

Completion Requirements

  • Students study full-time or part-time, taking required courses in each given session. An FZ (fail) in any one course, or a B– in any three courses, normally results in a recommendation to the School of Graduate Studies to terminate the student's registration in the degree program.
Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

Information: Information MI; Concentration: Archives and Records Management

MI Program; Archives and Records Management (Concentration-Only Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Archives and Records Management (Concentration-Plus-Thesis Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Archives and Records Management (Concentration-Plus-Co-op Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

Information: Information MI; Concentration: Critical Information Policy Studies

MI Program; Critical Information Policy Studies (Concentration-Only Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Critical Information Policy Studies (Concentration-Plus-Thesis Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Critical Information Policy Studies (Concentration-Plus-Co-op Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time

 

Information: Information MI; Concentration: Culture and Technology

MI Program; Culture and Technology (Concentration-Only Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Culture and Technology (Concentration-Plus-Thesis Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Culture and Technology (Concentration-Plus-Co-op Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time

 

Information: Information MI; Concentration: Human Centred Data Science

MI Program; Human Centred Data Science (Concentration-Only Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Human Centred Data Science (Concentration-Plus-Thesis Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Human Centred Data Science (Concentration-Plus-Co-op Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time

 

Information: Information MI; Concentration: Information Systems and Design

MI Program; Information Systems and Design (Concentration-Only Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Information Systems and Design (Concentration-Plus-Thesis Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Information Systems and Design (Concentration-Plus-Co-op Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time

 

Information: Information MI; Concentration: Knowledge Management and Information Management

MI Program; Knowledge Management and Information Management (Concentration-Only Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:
  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Knowledge Management and Information Management (Concentration-Plus-Thesis Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Knowledge Management and Information Management (Concentration-Plus-Co-op Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time

 

Information: Information MI; Concentration: Library and Information Science

MI Program; Library and Information Science (Concentration-Only Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; Library and Information Science (Concentration-Plus-Thesis Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; and Information Science (Concentration-Plus-Co-op Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time

 

Information: Information MI; Concentration: User Experience Design

MI Program; User Experience Design (Concentration-Only Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

MI Program; User Experience Design (Concentration-Plus-Thesis Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW); 11 session part-time
Time Limit: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

 

User Experience Design (Concentration-Plus-Co-op Option)

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete a total of 8.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • Note: of the total 8.0 FCEs for this option, 0.5 FCE must come from each of the following four Professional Requirements areas: Technical, Managerial, Professional Values, and Critical Perspectives. This requirement can be fulfilled by required and elective courses for each concentration.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 6 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FWS-FWS)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time

 

Information: Information PhD

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program in Information provides opportunities for advanced scholarly inquiry into theoretical aspects of information and in the empirical investigations of information in various contexts.

PhD students come from different backgrounds and with different areas of interest. Therefore, the curriculum both fosters a common conversation about the field of information and supports the development of individual (even idiosyncratic) research projects. The focus of the program is to enable the student to achieve competence in order to carry out the research and writing of an original thesis in information.

PhD Program (No Concentration)

Minimum Admission Requirements

  • Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Faculty of Information's additional admission requirements stated below.

  • Average of at least A– in an appropriate master's degree program, or equivalent. Equivalency is normally determined by the number of courses and/or credits taken. Applicants holding an MLS or other master's degree earned in two or three sessions, or by completing 5.0 to 7.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs), will normally be required to take additional courses in the MI program.

  • Admission is limited to graduates of high intellectual ability who have an interest in research. Evaluation of applicants is based on academic records, a statement of research interest, a writing sample, and three academic letters of reference. A personal interview may be requested.

  • All incoming graduate students must have a good command of English. All applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. This requirement is a condition of admission and must be met before an offer of admission is made. The English language requirement may be satisfied using one of the following tests. Scores must be from tests taken within the last two years.

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with the following minimum scores:

      • Paper-based TOEFL exam: 600 with 5.5 on the Test of Written English (TWE)

      • Internet-based TOEFL exam: 107/120 with 24/30 on the speaking section and 27/30 on the writing section.

    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS): a minimum required score of 7.5 overall with 7.5 on the writing section and 7.0 on the speaking section.

    • Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): a minimum required score of 95 overall with 41 on the writing component, 27 on the reading component, and 27 on the listening component.

    • English Language Program, U of T School of Continuing Studies with an overall score of A in Academic English Level 60.

  • Admission procedures are described in the General Regulations section of this calendar.

  • Doctoral students are admitted in September.

  • Meeting the minimum requirements of the Faculty of Information and the School of Graduate Studies does not guarantee admission.

Completion Requirements

To achieve candidacy, students must fulfil the following:

Upon achievement of candidacy, students must:

  • Complete other courses appropriate for the student's research.

  • Pass a qualifying exam.

  • Present and defend a thesis research proposal.

  • Complete a thesis and pass a Doctoral Final Oral Examination.

  • Be regularly registered in the School of Graduate Studies during each year of the program.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous)
Time Limit: 6 years full-time

 

Information: Information PhD; Concentration: Media, Technology, and Culture

PhD Program; Concentration: Media, Technology, and Culture

Minimum Admission Requirements

  • Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also satisfy the Faculty of Information's additional admission requirements stated below.

  • Average of at least A– in an appropriate master's degree program, or equivalent. Equivalency is normally determined by the number of courses and/or credits taken. Applicants holding an MLS or other master's degree earned in two or three sessions, or by completing 5.0 to 7.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs), will normally be required to take additional courses in the MI program.

  • Admission is limited to graduates of high intellectual ability who have an interest in research. Evaluation of applicants is based on academic records, a statement of research interest, a writing sample, and three academic letters of reference. A personal interview may be requested.

  • All incoming graduate students must have a good command of English. All applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. This requirement is a condition of admission and must be met before an offer of admission is made. The English language requirement may be satisfied using one of the following tests. Scores must be from tests taken within the last two years.

    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with the following minimum scores:

      • Paper-based TOEFL exam: 600 with 5.5 on the Test of Written English (TWE)

      • Internet-based TOEFL exam: 107/120 with 24/30 on the speaking section and 27/30 on the writing section.

    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS): a minimum required score of 7.5 overall with 7.5 on the writing section and 7.0 on the speaking section.

    • Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): a minimum required score of 95 overall with 41 on the writing component, 27 on the reading component, and 27 on the listening component.

    • English Language Program, U of T School of Continuing Studies with an overall score of A in Academic English Level 60.

  • Admission procedures are described in the General Regulations section of this calendar.

  • Doctoral students are admitted in September.

  • Meeting the minimum requirements of the Faculty of Information and the School of Graduate Studies does not guarantee admission.

Completion Requirements

To achieve candidacy, students must successfully complete a total of 4.0 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:

  • INF3001H

  • A methods course: INF3012H or INF3014H. Course selection to be determined in consultation with the student’s research advisor.

  • INF3009H

  • INF3010H

  • 2.0 elective FCEs relevant to media, technology, and culture.

Upon achievement of candidacy, students must:

  • Complete other courses appropriate for the student's research.

  • Pass a qualifying exam.

  • Present and defend a thesis research proposal.

  • Complete a thesis and pass a Doctoral Final Oral Examination.

  • Be regularly registered in the School of Graduate Studies during each year of the program.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 years full-time (typical registration sequence: Continuous)
Time Limit: 6 years full-time

 

Information: Museum Studies MMSt

The Master of Museum Studies (MMSt) program prepares students for future involvement in museums and related cultural agencies. The program examines the theoretical body of knowledge of museology as a necessary context for professional practice. The Faculty of Information also offers a combined degree program whereby students may complete both a Master of Information and Master of Museum Studies.

The course of study is a rigorous, full-time comprehensive program and prepares graduates in professional roles in museums and related cultural agencies.

MMSt Program (Coursework Option)

Minimum Admission Requirements

  • Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Application deadlines are available on the Master of Museum Studies web page. Applicants must also satisfy the Faculty's additional admission requirements stated below. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
  • An appropriate bachelor's degree with an overall grade of at least a B+ average (grade point average 3.3) from a recognized university.
  • Demonstrated previous experience in museums or related cultural organizations will also be considered. Admission to this program is competitive.
  • All incoming graduate students must have a good command of English. All applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. This requirement is a condition of admission and must be met before an offer of admission is made. The English language requirement may be satisfied using one of the following tests:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with the following minimum scores:
      • paper-based TOEFL exam: 600 with 5.5 on the Test of Written English (TWE)
      • Internet-based TOEFL exam: 107/120 with 24/30 on the speaking section and 27/30 on the writing section.
    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS): a minimum required score of 7.5 overall with 7.5 on the writing section and 7.0 on the speaking section.
    • Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): a minimum required score of 95 overall with 41 on the writing component, 27 on the reading component, and 27 on the listening component.
    • English Language Program, U of T School of Continuing Studies with an overall score of A in Academic English Level 60.

Completion Requirements

  • Students study full time, taking required courses in each given session. An FZ (fail) in any one course, or a B– in any three courses, normally results in a recommendation to the School of Graduate Studies to terminate the student's registration in the degree program.
  • Students must successfully complete a minimum of 7.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs) including:
    • Five required half courses (2.5 FCEs).
    • MSL4000Y.
    • Eight additional courses (4.0 FCEs), of which 2.0 FCEs must be internal (Museum Studies) elective courses.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time
 

 

MMSt Program (Thesis Option)

Minimum Admission Requirements

  • Applicants are admitted under the General Regulations of the School of Graduate Studies. Application deadlines are available on the Master of Museum Studies web page. Applicants must also satisfy the Faculty's additional admission requirements stated below. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
  • An appropriate bachelor's degree with an overall grade of at least a B+ average (grade point average 3.3) from a recognized university.
  • Demonstrated previous experience in museums or related cultural organizations will also be considered. Admission to this program is competitive.
  • All incoming graduate students must have a good command of English. All applicants educated outside Canada whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. This requirement is a condition of admission and must be met before an offer of admission is made. The English language requirement may be satisfied using one of the following tests:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with the following minimum scores:
      • paper-based TOEFL exam: 600 with 5.5 on the Test of Written English (TWE)
      • Internet-based TOEFL exam: 107/120 with 24/30 on the speaking section and 27/30 on the writing section.
    • International English Language Testing System (IELTS): a minimum required score of 7.5 overall with 7.5 on the writing section and 7.0 on the speaking section.
    • Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE): a minimum required score of 95 overall with 41 on the writing component, 27 on the reading component, and 27 on the listening component.
    • English Language Program, U of T School of Continuing Studies with an overall score of A in Academic English Level 60.

Completion Requirements

  • The thesis option allows students to gain experience in developing and executing a research project from beginning to end. Students gain familiarity with the research process and hone their research skills. Faculty approval is required to enter the thesis option. The thesis option is designed for students who have a clearly defined topic, can find a supervisor, and can meet tight deadlines in order to graduate within the usual time frame envisioned for the degree.
  • Students study full time, taking required courses in each given session. An FZ (fail) in any one course, or a B– in any three courses, normally results in a recommendation to the School of Graduate Studies to terminate the student's registration in the degree program.
  • Students must successfully complete a total of 7.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs) as follows:
    • Five required half courses (2.5 FCEs).
    • A research methods course (0.5 FCE) appropriate to their program of study with a final grade of at least A–.
    • A thesis (2.0 FCEs).
    • Five additional courses (2.5 FCEs), of which up to four graduate half courses (2.0 FCEs) may be taken outside the MMSt program.

Mode of Delivery: In person
Program Length: 4 sessions full-time (typical registration sequence: FW-FW)
Time Limit: 3 years full-time
 

 

Information: Information MI and Information Studies GDipISt Courses

Not all courses are offered every year. Consult the Faculty of Information website for the annual course offerings; course descriptions; and details of prerequisites, corequisites, exclusions, and permissions. Inquiries concerning the selection of courses to be offered in any given session should be directed to the Faculty of Information.

INF1001H, INF1003H, INF1005H, INF1006H,
INF1230H, INF1240H,
INF1310H, INF1321H, INF1322H, INF1323H, INF1324H, INF1325H, INF1330H, INF1331H, INF1339H, INF1340H, INF1341H, INF1342H, INF1343H, INF1344H,
INF1501H, INF1502H, INF1511H, INF1512H,
INF1602H, INF1610H, INF1611H,
INF2010H, INF2011H, INF2040H, INF2101H, INF2102H, INF2103H, INF2104H, INF2108H, INF2110H, INF2112H, INF2115H, INF2120H, INF2121H, INF2122H, INF2123H, INF2124H, INF2127H, INF2129H, INF2130H, INF2132H, INF2133H, INF2134H, INF2135H, INF2138H, INF2141H, INF2143H, INF2144H, INF2145H, INF2146H, INF2148H, INF2149H, INF2150H, INF2151H, INF2154H, INF2155H, INF2159H, INF2160H, INF2161H, INF2162H, INF2163H, INF2164H, INF2165H, INF2166H, INF2167H, INF2169H, INF2170H, INF2171H, INF2172H, INF2173H, INF2174H, INF2175H, INF2176H, INF2177H, INF2178H, INF2179H, INF2180H, INF2181H, INF2182H, INF2183H, INF2184H, INF2185H, INF2186H, INF2187H, INF2190H, INF2191H, INF2192H, INF2195H to INF2198H,
INF2200H, INF2201H, INF2202H, INF2203H, INF2204H, INF2205H, INF2206H, INF2207H, INF2208H, INF2209H, INF2210H, INF2211H, INF2212H, INF2213H, INF2214H, INF2215H, INF2223H, INF2224H, INF2225H, INF2226H, INF2227H, INF2228H, INF2229H, INF2230H, INF2231H, INF2232H, INF2233H, INF2234H, INF2235H, INF2238H, INF2239H, INF2240H, INF2241H, INF2242H, INF2243H, INF2245H, INF2246H, INF2250H, INF2251H, INF2252H, INF2253H, INF2254H, INF2255H, INF2256H, INF2260H, INF2273H,
INF2300H to INF2310H, INF2311H, INF2312H, INF2313H, INF2314H, INF2315H, INF2316H, INF2317H, INF2318H, INF2319H, INF2320H, INF2321H, INF2322H, INF2330H, INF2331H, INF2332H, INF2335H,
INF2400H to INF2403HINF2405H to INF2410H,
INF2500H to INF2509HINF2510H to INF2519HINF2520H to INF2529HINF2530H to INF2539HINF2540H to INF2549HINF2550H to INF2559HINF2560H to INF2569HINF2570H to INF2579HINF2580H to INF2589H,
INF3105H, INF3900H, INF3901H, INF3902H, INF3903H, INF3999Y,
JDM3619H

Information: Information PhD Courses

Information: Museum Studies MMSt Courses

Not all courses are offered every year. Please consult the Faculty of Information website for course availability. The minimum requirement for the MMSt degree is 7.5 full-course equivalents (FCEs).

MMSt Required Courses (3.5 FCEs)

MSL1150H, MSL1230H, MSL2331H, MSL2370H
either MSL2350H or INF2040H,
either MSL4000Y or thesis option

 

MMSt Elective Courses

Internal (Museum Studies) Elective Courses

MSL1300H, MSL1350H, MSL2000H, MSL2050H, MSL2100H, MSL2115H, MSL2230H, MSL2235H, MSL2240H, MSL2255H, MSL2301H, MSL2302H, MSL2303H, MSL2305H, MSL2310H, MSL2326H, MSL2330H, MSL2332H, MSL2335H, MSL2340H, MSL2352H, MSL2360H, MSL3000H, MSL3900H, MSL5050H