About this programme
Master in Information Studies, MSc in Information Science is a Master's Degree programme at Aalborg University in Aalborg, taught in English. It runs for 2 years. The register gives Copenhagen as the campus town. It lists the degree as Master (2 years). Aalborg University is a research university in North Denmark.
How it compares
Master in Information Studies, MSc in Information Science is one of 13 English-taught Science programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 7 institutions. 13 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland, from EUR 2,400 to EUR 17,300; this programme lists EUR 5,100 a year. 11 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students.
What you will study
The Master's in Information Studies at Aalborg University focuses on the design, development and evaluation of IT systems, with an emphasis on how people interact with information, IT systems and each other. It is taught in English in Copenhagen and takes two years.
What you study
The programme is built around real-world cases and problems. Each semester you work on a project where you analyse, design, develop and evaluate solutions for the use of IT systems in companies and organisations. You will learn methods for user research, data analysis and visualisation, and the development of IT-based solutions. Specific methods include agile development, prototyping, storyboards, flowcharts, wireframes, eye-tracking and usability testing.
The first semester introduces user studies and information behaviour, with courses in Research and Methods in Information Studies and Theories and Traditions in Information Studies. The second semester covers development and design of ICT, with electives such as Introduction to Data Science, Design Thinking and Computational Thinking. In the third semester you can do a three-month internship or take the Theoretical Information Science Course. The fourth semester is the Master's thesis.
How the programme is organised
Teaching combines courses and project work. Each semester has a project module worth 10, 20 or 30 ECTS. The first semester project is User Studies and Information Behaviour (10 ECTS). The second semester project is Development and Design of ICT (20 ECTS). In the third semester you choose between Information Studies in Practice (30 ECTS, internship) or the Theoretical Information Science Course (30 ECTS). The final semester is the Master's thesis (30 ECTS). The programme uses problem-based learning, and you will work in groups on projects with external or internal partners.
Who it suits
This programme suits you if you are interested in how people use information and communication technology, and want to design and build ICT systems in a beneficial and sustainable way. You should be curious about the relationship between people and IT, and enjoy project work and collaboration. The programme is for students who want a strong portfolio of real-world projects and who are comfortable with both qualitative and quantitative methods.
Admission, language and next steps
Applications for master's programmes go directly to the institution. The programme is taught in English. Students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland study free of charge; other students pay a fee set by the institution. Check the official programme page for specific admission requirements and deadlines. The next step is to review the admission requirements and prepare your application.
Job opportunities after graduating
- UX design
- User research
- Behavioural analysis
- Usability
- Project management
- Information architecture
- IT consultancy
- Data analysis
Before you apply
Master’s applications go straight to Aalborg University, not through optagelse.dk, and the institution sets its own deadline. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, residence permits and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them. "Not recorded" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and deadlines with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master in Information Studies, MSc in Information Science taught in English?
Yes. The Study in Denmark register lists it as an English-taught programme at Aalborg University. Only English-taught degree programmes are in the register.
How long does it take?
The register records 2 years of study. Confirm the study load in ECTS credits with Aalborg University.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Copenhagen as the campus town for this programme at Aalborg University.
How do I apply?
Master’s applications go straight to the institution, not through optagelse.dk. Aalborg University sets its own deadline.
What does it cost?
Students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland pay EUR 5,100 a year, as Aalborg University lists it. For students from the EU, the EEA and Switzerland the record shows no tuition fee. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science at studyindenmark.dk. The programme page at Aalborg University is linked from this page so you can compare.
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