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At one time, talks of aging prompted images of failing health, isolation, and lack of purpose. Today, people are living longer, healthier, and more productive lives. Gerontology is the study of changes that take place in the process of aging. Studying Gerontology at St. Thomas, you will explore the impact of the way society defines aging and how individuals actually experience and understand their own later years. You will examine aging from sociological, psychological, physical, spiritual, and philosophical perspectives. Courses focus on issues that concern older persons themselves, and range from an examination of health-care needs to the understanding of wisdom.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
At one time, talks of aging prompted images of failing health, isolation, and lack of purpose. Today, people are living longer, healthier, and more productive lives. Gerontology is the study of changes that take place in the process of aging. Studying Gerontology at St. Thomas, you will explore the impact of the way society defines aging and how individuals actually experience and understand their own later years. You will examine aging from sociological, psychological, physical, spiritual, and philosophical perspectives. Courses focus on issues that concern older persons themselves, and range from an examination of health-care needs to the understanding of wisdom.
Admission Requirements
89+
6.5+
24+
115+
61+
The Bachelor of Arts programme is open to high school applicants, transfer applicants, returning students, and adult learners. // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.
4 Years
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
Domestic
32,789 CAD
International
71,121 CAD
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Gerontology
48 monthsProgramme duration
71,121 CADTuition Fee/year
Jan-2000Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Admission Requirements
The Bachelor of Arts programme is open to high school applicants, transfer applicants, returning students, and adult learners. // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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