Master of Gerontology

What is this course about?

CSU's Master of Gerontology is designed to provide an enhancement of knowledge and skills relevant to promoting the health and wellbeing of older people.

This Master of Gerontology provides a pathway into postgraduate study for graduates of CSU as well as non-CSU graduates currently employed in health professions.

It satisfies the educational needs of health professionals and of professionals in related fields by:

  • providing advanced theoretical foundations for professionals in developing health care sectors
  • encouraging the acquisition of skills and knowledge
  • promoting excellence in scholarship and research within the field of gerontology
    and
  • promoting the skills needed for high quality applied research in gerontology

Assessment policy

This course uses a variety of strategies to assess students. These include assignments, critical reviews, literature reviews, project proposals and, in some instances, a dissertation.

Each subject is assessed according to guidelines set out in the subject outlines. Care is taken to ensure the relevance of assessment items for graduate performance. Industry-based projects, critical thinking, reflective exercises, and analysis form the basis of the assessment philosophy adopted in this course.

Credit

Applicants with the Graduate Certificate in Gerontology or other relevant postgraduate qualifications will be eligible for credit.

Campus

Albury-Wodonga

Duration

2 years by distance education

Graduation requirements

Course structure

More information about subjects and course structure.


Admission requirements

To study this course, you will need to indicate your likelihood of success through previous studies and other attainments and experience.

Cost of study

When weighing up the costs of study, consider the benefits of having the qualification you need to achieve your personal and professional goals.

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At a glance

Study Mode

Distance education

Where

Albury-Wodonga

When

Session 1; Session 2

Level

Postgraduate

Duration

2 years by distance education

International?

NO

Indicative ATAR

N/A

How to apply

Admission code/s

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