Information Science Degree

Information science professionals specialize in technology designed to store, index, and transmit large quantities of data. Those interested in specializing in this type of technology should consider earning a degree in information science, or related discipline.

Information science specialists work at libraries with large computer networks, government agencies that store large quantities of data, and companies that maintain digital records. Most organizations prefer to hire information science specialists holding master's degrees in information science management or information technology. College, university, and large public libraries typically hire librarians holding master's degrees in information science.