Minor in Information Studies
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in information studies is ideal for students interested in managing, organizing, and analyzing data and information in digital environments. It supports careers in information management, data analysis, library science, digital archiving, user experience design, or roles in technology and IT consulting.
Program Overview
The Information Studies minor at the University of Kentucky explores how information is created, organized, accessed, and used in today’s digital world. This interdisciplinary program helps students develop critical skills in information literacy, digital research, data management, and ethical information use—skills that are increasingly valuable across all academic and professional fields. Whether you're majoring in business, science, humanities, or communication, the Information Studies minor equips you to navigate and lead in an information-driven society. Prepare for careers in libraries, archives, data analysis, user experience, or digital communication by enhancing your degree with this versatile and forward-thinking minor.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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What You'll Learn
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a related master's degree, this program can save you time and money with dual credit hours when you sign up.
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