Let Information
Light the Way
At the School of Information Sciences, we light the way for the next generation of leaders and experts in the information science fields and embrace the Tennessee Volunteer spirit through excellence in education, research, and service.
Find the right program for you
Our American Library Association-accredited Master’s of Science in Information Sciences (MSIS) program has produced successful librarians, information professionals, and scholars for more than 50 years. Our undergraduate program is continuing to grow to meet industry demand for information professionals in user experience (UX) design, and in data and information management and analysis.
Careers in
information sciences
Whether you choose to pursue a master’s program or undergraduate program in the information sciences, the diverse nature of an IS degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, enables you to take your passion for information, technology, people, and/or libraries in any of hundreds of traditional and nontraditional directions, and can be applied to the setting that most excites you!
Anywhere there is information, there is a job for information sciences professionals. The dynamic field of Information Sciences (IS) encompasses careers of many different settings and disciplines such as:
- data analysis
- library science
- user experience (UX) design
- technology
- corporate taxonomy
- web content analysis
- digital archives
The faculty and staff were not only experts in their respective fields but also dedicated mentors who fostered a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The hands-on approach to learning and the emphasis on practical skills ensured that I was well-prepared for the challenges of the real-world.”
Elisha Jewell
AlumnusMaster of Science in Information Sciences
