MSc Gerontology with Dementia Care 36 months Postgraduate Programme By University of the West of Scotland |TopUniversities

MSc Gerontology with Dementia Care

Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

13,000 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Medicine Related StudiesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The MSc in Gerontology with Dementia Care is delivered online and has been created in response to the demographic evolution and the difficulties faced by those living with dementia, their carers and their families. This programme aims to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence of all its participants by introducing debate around their understanding of ageing, the impact of shifting demographics and the integration and globalisation of health and social care with particular focus on the care of people living with dementia, and their current and future care priorities. Successful completion of this programme will present opportunities to access employment as senior healthcare professionals. There are opportunities to become advanced practitioners, researchers, lecturers and work as practice development professionals.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The MSc in Gerontology with Dementia Care is delivered online and has been created in response to the demographic evolution and the difficulties faced by those living with dementia, their carers and their families. This programme aims to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence of all its participants by introducing debate around their understanding of ageing, the impact of shifting demographics and the integration and globalisation of health and social care with particular focus on the care of people living with dementia, and their current and future care priorities. Successful completion of this programme will present opportunities to access employment as senior healthcare professionals. There are opportunities to become advanced practitioners, researchers, lecturers and work as practice development professionals.

Admission Requirements

78+
6+
176+
54+
  • Normally, applicants are expected to hold an Ordinary bachelor's degree in a relevant subject.
  • Applications are welcomed from graduates from all relevant disciplines with experience and/or an interest in older people and their health and social care provision.
  • Applicants who have completed the UWS Graduate Certificate in Working with Older People will also be considered on an individual basis.
  • Students who have already gained credit at Level 11 may transfer this in certain circumstances; this will be considered on an individual basis.
  • Applicants may be considered through assessment of prior learning and prior experiential learning, again, on an individual basis.

3 Years
Jan-2000

Tuition fees

Domestic
6,500 GBP
International
13,000 GBP

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