Postgraduate Diploma in Gerontology
offered by University of Southampton

Postgraduate Diploma in Gerontology
at
University of Southampton
Overview

Enhancing Skills for Healthcare Professionals, Caregivers, and Policy Makers in Gerontology

Who should do this course?

Individuals involved in creating policies or programs for aging populations, working in government agencies, non-profits, or advocacy groups focused on elder care and aging issues

What are the course deliverables?

Understanding of key theories in gerontology and their application
Knowledge of modern global debates around the lives of older people, their families and societies
The ability to evaluate policies and initiatives concerning issues like population ageing, welfare provision and quality of life
Qualitative and quantitative research skills
Skills for a career in gerontology, applied health or social sciences

More about this course

Gerontology looks at ageing and its impact on individuals and society. We are proud to be the only department dedicated to Gerontology in the UK
We offer distinctive face-to-face and distance learning programmes in gerontology, global ageing and social policy
On our full-time PGDip Gerontology (Distance Learning) course at the University of Southampton you'll learn about the changes people experience as they age and the effects of ageing populations on society
This course is ideal if you need the flexibility to combine work and postgraduate study

Perspectives in Gerontology

Qualitative Research Methods 1

Qualitative Research Methods 2

Ageing in Africa: Research and Policy

Ageing in China and South-East Asia

Ageing, Health & Well-Being

Demographic Change, Ageing & Globalisation

Mental Health and Ageing

Poverty and Social Protection Around The World

Quantitative Research Methods 1

Quantitative research methods 2

Researching Ageing Societies

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Conditional Offer Up Arrow Icon

Yes
The university offers conditional admission to students who cannot provide all the necessary documents (such as final exams results) when they submit their application. This means that students will be guaranteed a place upon successful completion of exams at a specified grade, or any other condition that the School may consider appropriate
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