Definition

Noun: A graduate-level academic degree awarded upon completion of a program focused on the principles and practices of library and information science. It is a specific type of Master of Arts (M.A.) degree.

Usage

This term is used to specify the exact field of study for a master's degree. It is often seen in formal contexts such as academic transcripts, professional resumes, and job qualifications.

Examples

• She earned a Master of Arts in Library Science from the university.
• The position requires a Master of Arts in Library Science or an equivalent degree.
• His Master of Arts in Library Science provided a strong foundation for his career as an archivist.

Advanced Usage

• The degree is often abbreviated as M.A.L.S. or M.A. in L.S. in formal documents and professional titles.
  • Jane Doe, M.A.L.S., is the head librarian.

Variants and Related Words

• Master of Library Science (M.L.S.): A very similar professional master's degree, often used interchangeably, though some institutions may make a distinction between an "Arts" (M.A.) and a "Science" (M.S.) focus.
• Master of Information (M.I.) / Master of Science in Information (M.S.I.): More modern degree titles that often encompass library science within broader information studies.

Synonyms

• Library science degree
• Graduate degree in library science (less specific)

Notes

This is a compound noun phrase referring to a specific academic credential. It is typically not used in idiomatic expressions or as a phrasal verb.

Noun

1. a master's degree in library science