MSc Gerontology (Distance Learning) at University of Southampton

Programme overview

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.

What you will study

Whether you choose to study full-time or part-time, the course is made up of modules that everyone on the course takes, and modules we’ll ask you to choose. You’ll study 8 modules in total, as well as your dissertation. Study 8 modules over 1 year.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including healthcare, social care, public health, education, government services, leisure, tourism. Careers directly related to the course include gerontologist, academic lecturer, academic researcher, aging program coordinator, public policy adviser, health educator.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You'll need a 2:1 degree. Our preferred subjects are: sociology, demography, psychology, social work, nursing, medicine, allied health sciences, anthropology, marketing, economics, business studies, engineering. IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,900 a year. UK (home) students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

International applicants: GBP 27,500 a year. EU and international students, tuition for a year of study on the September 2027 entry course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-taught/apply

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