Hi
I'm interested in a career change and I was particularly interested in library/ archival work. I am trying to decide if it is worth the time and money (10K approx) to study a masters degree in library studies. I need to have some chance of getting work in the area afterward to justify the time and money outlay.
I have no direct experience of library work but I have worked in IT for over 10 years. I cannot afford to take a low paid job to get started as I have financial commitments to keep at this stage of my life. I'd be really grateful for some informed points of view, thanks
PS I realize there have been some library related postings before but they wouldn't reflect the current jobs market situation.
I'm interested in a career change and I was particularly interested in library/ archival work. I am trying to decide if it is worth the time and money (10K approx) to study a masters degree in library studies. I need to have some chance of getting work in the area afterward to justify the time and money outlay.
I have no direct experience of library work but I have worked in IT for over 10 years. I cannot afford to take a low paid job to get started as I have financial commitments to keep at this stage of my life. I'd be really grateful for some informed points of view, thanks
PS I realize there have been some library related postings before but they wouldn't reflect the current jobs market situation.