Definition

1. Noun:
   • A Master's degree in Library Science: "MLS" is an abbreviation for a specific postgraduate academic degree. It represents a professional graduate degree in the field of library and information science.

Usage

• The abbreviation "MLS" is used as a singular noun to refer to the degree itself. It is typically written in uppercase letters without periods.
• It is used in contexts related to education, professional qualifications, and careers in libraries, archives, and information management.

Examples

• Noun:
  • She earned her MLS from a prestigious university.
  • This job position requires an MLS or equivalent degree.
  • After completing his bachelor's degree, he decided to pursue an MLS.

Advanced Usage

• The term is often used attributively (like an adjective) to describe things related to this degree.
  • He is an MLS candidate. (He is a candidate for the MLS degree.)
  • She holds an MLS credential. (She possesses the credential of the MLS degree.)

Variants and Related Words

• MLIS (Master of Library and Information Science): A common, more modern variant or expansion of the degree title.
• MSLS (Master of Science in Library Science): Another equivalent degree title.
• ALA-accredited MLS: A phrase specifying that the degree program is accredited by the American Library Association.

Synonyms

• Library Science Master's degree: The full descriptive phrase for the degree.
• Graduate degree in Library Science: A descriptive synonym.

Notes

• "MLS" is an initialism. It is pronounced by saying each letter: "M-L-S".
• It is a proper noun when referring to the specific, named degree.
• While "MLS" is the target term, in practice, the field and degree names have evolved, with "MLIS" becoming a more frequent designation in many institutions.

Noun

1. a master's degree in library science