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University of Stirling: Design for Dementia and Ageing

Institution University of Stirling View institution profile
Department Ageing and Dementia
Web www.stir.ac.uk
Email postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk
Telephone 01786 466655
Study type Taught

Summary

The number of people in the UK with dementia is expected to increase to 1.4 million by 2040 (alzheimers.org.uk). Globally, the number of people living with dementia is expected to reach 78 million by 2030 (Alzheimer’s Disease International).\ As our global population ages, there is a greater need than ever to ensure the environments in which we work, rest and play are supportive and inclusive.\ Help to design a better world\ Our online Postgraduate Certificate in Design for Dementia and Ageing gives you the skills and knowledge to create better places and environments for people living with dementia.\ The course will teach you about:

  • environmental design principles;

  • implications for policy, practice, economic, social and cultural issues in relation to dementia and ageing;

  • how to develop ageing and dementia inclusive environments;

  • how to involve people with lived experience in the design process;

  • theory and practice in dementia studies, gerontology and housing.

Learn from leaders in dementia research\ Our unique online course is taught by leading experts in dementia and ageing. They have helped to place Stirling at the forefront of inclusive design for over 25 years. Our research in Social Work and Social Policy ranks us among the top 25 universities in the UK (REF 2021).\ We collaborate with partners across the world. In doing so we play a leading role in creating dementia inclusive environments. You will benefit from guest lectures from professionals within design and care sectors. There will also be the chance to have discussions with people living with dementia. The University is also home to the renowned Dementia Services Development Centre. The centre has been dedicated to improving the lives of people with dementia since 1989.\ Learn flexibly online\ Our online, part-time course gives you the flexibility to continue in an existing professional role while gaining the skills you need to take the next step exciting in your career.

Postgraduate Certificate

The University of Stirling is an international university committed to helping students Be the Difference in the world. Based in the heart of Scotland, Stirling is a place where ability – not background – is valued, and teaching, employability and facilities are all rated five-star (QS Stars University Ratings 2024).

That’s just part of the reason Stirling was shortlisted for University of the Year in the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2024, rated top 30 in the UK for postgraduate teaching (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024) and number one in the UK for campus environment (The International Student Barometer …

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