A postgraduate program
Fast facts
Course type: Postgraduate (coursework)
Availability (full-time or part-time): Full-time (N/A for the Graduate Certificate) l
Part-time
Location: Internal (N/A for the Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma) | External
Courses
Course name: Graduate Certificate in Applied Gerontology
Duration (full-time equivalent): 1 year (part-time only)
GradStart code: 2GC040
CRICOS code: External
Course name: Graduate Diploma in Applied Gerontology
Duration (full-time equivalent): 1 year
GradStart code: 2GD029
CRICOS code: External
Course name: Master of Applied Gerontology
Duration (full-time equivalent):1.5 years
GradStart code: 2CM038
GradStart code: 072484A
Overview
Our postgraduate programs in Applied Gerontology provide you with the knowledge and skills involved in social and clinical gerontology. The Masters program can include coursework, a project or research. A practicum is also included.
Graduates are suitable for careers working in various roles in services for older people.
What will I study?
Refer to the course rule:
- Graduate Certificate in in Applied Gerontology
- Graduate Diploma in Applied Gerontology
- Master of Applied Gerontology
Entry requirements
Applicants must hold an approved undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification in a related field.
The equivalent of one year full-time work in ageing is also required for the Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma and at least two years full-time work for the Masters.
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (or other qualifications deemed equivalent) receive credit when progressing to the Graduate Diploma or Masters.
International students: Entry and English language requirements
Applications
| Domestic students | |
|---|---|
| Mid year entry: | Yes |
| Applications: | SATAC - GradStart |
| Application closing dates: | Check GradStart.
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| International students | |
|---|---|
| Mid year entry: | Yes |
| Applications: | How to apply |
| Application closing dates: | Semester 1 - 30 November of the year proceeding admission Semester 2 - 31 May of that year. |
Annual fees
| Course | Domestic students | International students |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate in Applied Gerontology | Place type: Full fee paying $8,730 | Download fee schedule |
| Graduate Diploma in Applied Gerontology | Place type: Full fee paying $17,084 | Download fee schedule |
| Master of Applied Gerontology | Place type: Full fee paying $16,933 | Download fee schedule |
Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. How are these fees calculated?
