MSc Dementia Studies (Online)

University of Stirling

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 (source: 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. Our Dementia Studies (Online) course features nine individual modules, and three possible qualifications – an MSc, Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) or Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert). This modular structure extends across all three years of the programme (there is no final year dissertation) and will develop your academic skills at postgraduate level, including research approaches and methods. To earn your Masters, you’ll need to complete all nine modules, while you can attain a Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) by completing six modules, or the Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) by completing three modules. We also offer selected modules on a standalone basis. Each semester starts with an online introductory session. You will then join an online tutorial group of fellow students and teaching staff. Academic learning is subsequently undertaken through a combination of individual study and interactive online sessions with your tutorial group. Learning is designed to be flexible so that you can study when and where you choose.