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University of Stirling: Gerontology and Global Ageing
| Institution | University of Stirling View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Applied Social Science |
| Web | www.stir.ac.uk |
| graduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01786 466655 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
According to the WHO, between 2015 and 2050 the proportion of the world's population over 60 years will nearly double from 12% to 22%. With this rapid increase, countries face major challenges to ensure their health and social systems are ready to make the most of this demographic shift.
This course will provide you with an advanced understanding about the ageing of individuals and populations, the implications this has for policy, practice and the development of products and services, as well as the demands and challenges this raises. It covers content and skills development in social gerontology, ageing and population studies, dementia studies and health care and practice.
The key competencies you will gain and enhance will be in line with the highest international standards set by the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education’s Gerontological Competencies for Undergraduate and Graduate Education, a leading framework for teaching gerontology.
The applied nature of the course and its focus on positive interventions into the experiences of older people will support skills acquisition, employability and career progression in fields related to supporting, researching and intervening in ageing populations and societies.
MSc
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Academic requirements A minimum of a second class Honours degree (2:1 preferred) or equivalent. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. Experience of working with older populations in a healthcare, policy or business setting, or research experience with older populations is recommended. |
| Location | Online University of Stirling Cottrell Building Stirling FK9 4LA |
The University of Stirling
The University of Stirling is an international university committed to helping students make a 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 2021).
The University of Stirling is ranked top 40 in the UK (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023), and students rated Stirling top 10 in the UK for Postgraduate Student Experience in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey (PTES) 2021.
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