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Master of Science, Gerontology/Master of Social Work (MS/MSW) at University of Southern California

University of Southern California, United States

Programme overview

The dual degree gives students interested in direct service or community organization both an MSW and an MS in Gerontology, credentials valued in clinical and therapeutic practice.

Faculty: USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology / Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work  |  Department: Gerontology; Social Work  |  Duration: 24 months full-time (77 units)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

77 units: 32 in gerontology (GERO 506 Gerontechnology, GERO 508 or 510, GERO 520, 530, 540 and 12 units of electives) and 45 in social work (foundation, foundation field instruction and core courses for the AMHW or SCI specialization).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students must apply for and be admitted to both schools.

Duration: 24 months full-time (77 units)

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