Course summary
Over 55 million people worldwide live with dementia, and by 2040 the number of people living with dementia in the UK is expected to reach 1.4 million (Dementia Statistics Hub). Our online MSc Dementia Studies course equips you with the skills you need to improve the lives of people living with dementia. You’ll learn about the latest innovations and best practice in dementia care from experts whose research has a global impact. Dementia Services Development Centre The University of Stirling is home to the Dementia Services Development Centre. The Centre is renowned worldwide for its expertise and helps to advise governments and academic institutions in the UK, Europe, China and Australia on dementia-related issues. Additionally, training and consultancy is provided for the private, voluntary and statutory sectors. Study online Our online Dementia Studies course can be studied from anywhere in the world. The course is designed for professionals already working in the field, volunteers supporting people with dementia or people wishing to develop a career in dementia care. You will: become part of an international community of learners and study around your schedule; work with experts and leaders across a range of professions relevant to dementia care, including health and social workers, psychologists and architects; gain an overview of dementia care policy drivers and initiatives, and a grounding in academic and research skills; learn from an advisory group of people with dementia who support course development.
Modules
We are currently undertaking a significant revision of our curricula and details for 2015/16 will follow.
Assessment method
All modules are assessed through coursework and students experience a range of assessment including essays, evaluation reports, research proposals and literature reviews.
Entry requirements
A minimum of a 2nd Class Honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. Students must be professionals currently working in a relevant field.
English language requirements
For further information on English Language requirements, please see the university website: https://www.stir.ac.uk/international/international-students/english-language-requirements/
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For further information on course costs, please refer to the University website:
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Sponsorship information
For information on funding and scholarships, please see here: https://www.stir.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/postgraduate-loans-and-funding/
Provider information
University of Stirling
Stirling
FK9 4LA