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Gerontology (MA) at Simon Fraser University

Simon Fraser University, Canada

Programme overview

A master of arts (MA) degree with two concentrations is offered: environment and aging; health and aging. The program prepares students for professional roles with high level current knowledge, and substantial competence in research tasks necessary to undertake those roles. It also provides focused, interdisciplinary training for individuals in occupations offering services to older adults. Students will develop an appreciation of the complex ethical issues that are faced by persons working with older adults.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Gerontology  |  Duration: six terms  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

This program consists of two core methods courses, electives, a practicum, and either a thesis for a minimum of 42 units, or a project for a minimum of 42 units.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Trimester system: Fall term runs September through December, Spring term January through April, Summer term May through August. Admission is specific to each programme.

The application fee is 112 CAD for applicants with Canadian transcripts and 160 CAD for applicants with international transcripts, paid online after submitting the application form. Deadlines are set by each programme.

Apply through the official page: https://www.sfu.ca/gradstudies/apply.html

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