Archival research: The University of British Columbia experience

Abstract

This paper explores the role of research in a professional, graduate archival education program by assessing the experience of the Master of Archival Studies (MAS) program in the School of Library, Archival and Information Studies at the University of British Columbia (UBC). It pays particular attention to the role of the thesis in creating both a solid research base as well as helping the program to establish itself as a separate field within the university.