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MSc Records Management and Digital Preservation and MSc Records Management and Digital Preservation (International) These Masters programmes provide a thorough education in the principles, theory and practice of records management and digital preservation. They are delivered via flexible distance learning and entirely online using the University's Virtual Learning Environment. A range of core and optional modules , all written and tutored by acknowledged subject experts, ensure that students complete the programme with an in-depth knowledge of record keeping theory and practice and the ability to apply this knowledge in the public sector or in commercial or specialist environments a comprehensive training in the creation and management of current and semi-current records an understanding of the legal and ethical issues relating to records management and digital preservation an understanding of how digital records should be managed and retrieved a knowledge of the issues surrounding the preservation of records and in particular the proper use of metadata and other techniques to help ensure long-term survival of information and records Please use the links to the left to see the programme structure and range of available modules or to download an application form.