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AimsTo provide professional training on a modular and distance learning basis for archivists and records managers.
To provide single modules on a range of topics for continuing professional development.
Methods of AssessmentEssays/reports; contribution to module (through online tasks and discussion board debate); dissertation of 18,000 words.
All course materials are delivered via the virtual learning environment, a secure part of the University website. Each module has been written by experts and consists of text with embedded links to online resources such as websites, audio-visual files and PDFs.
Students work through each module at the same time as other students, guided by a tutor, and can expect support and regular communication from CAIS staff. Modules are designed to be interactive and students are required to submit tasks to their tutors every ten days or two weeks. The tasks act as a timetable, indicating how quickly students should be working through the course material. Tutors give constructive feedback on the tasks and provide guidance on finding and using sources and in developing research and analytical skills.
Students may also be required to complete tasks with other students who are taking the module. There are usually between five and 14 students on each module all of whom have different backgrounds and experiences. A discussion forum provides an opportunity to share these experiences and to discuss issues and questions.
Length of DegreeThe degree is normally completed in 2½ - 5 years but fast track options are available. The Programme combines two core and a choice of optional modules. Modules last for 15 weeks (20 credits) or seven weeks (10 credits). There are three entry points a year in January, May and September. Start dates for 2013-14 are:
16th September 2013
13th January 2014
12th May 2014
After 60 credits students may exit with a Certificate in Family and Local History
After 120 credits they may exit with a Diploma. Students taking the full Masters will then complete an 18,000 word dissertation.

The programme combines four core modules which provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the theory and practice of the key aspects of archives and records management, with a choice of over twenty optional modules. These are designed to develop students' expertise in areas ranging from Latin to digital preservation and management. The module list can be viewed on the course website.

Honours degree at first or second class and relevant experience in a recognised archive. Applicants must be employed or otherwise active (e.g. in a volunteer capacity) in an appropriate professional environment. Alternative qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Transfer of credit from other study programmes may be possible, subject to the approval of the University of Dundee. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 7 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.

Arts & Humanities Research Institute (AHRI) Taught Postgraduate Scholarship

£3,000 Scholarship towards tuition fee for international students entering School of Humanities MLitt programmes. * Not available for Distance Learning programmes.

School of Humanities Alumni Scholarship

12% off tuition fee for School of Humanities graduates (including joint MA) entering MLitt programmes.
This also applies if you studied in the School of Humanities as a global programmes student for one or two semesters.

Mary Lily Walker Scholarships

£5,000 Scholarship towards tuition fee for international students entering the MLitt in Devolution & Global Governance programme

Adam Ferguson Award

£1,500 Scholarship towards tuition fee for international students entering the MLitt in Devolution & Global Governance programme.

Arts & Humanities (AHRI) Research Postgraduate Scholarship

£4,000 Scholarship towards tuition fee for international students entering School of Humanities research degrees. Please note this scholarship is only awarded for the first year of studies.

Accreditation

All CAIS programmes are accredited by the UK Archives and Records Association and The Records and Information Management (RIM) Professionals Australasia.