Masters Degrees (Older People)

A University of Hertfordshire research degree is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. Read more

Gerontology is the study of ageing at the individual and societal levels. It examines the changes humans undergo as they age, as well as the impact of growing proportions of older people on social institutions, labour markets, welfare systems and families. Read more

Within the MPhil, MD and PhD Ageing, areas of exploration include: biology of ageing age-related diseases ageing health and society technology nutrition and oral health ethics Increased life expectancy has changed a lot in the last century. Read more

Discover the challenges associated with ageing, and assessing academic and policy evidence on our PGDip Global Ageing and Policy (Distance Learning) course. Read more

The MSc in Older Person Rehabilitation programme is designed to provide students from a range of different professional backgrounds with interdisciplinary learning in the theory and practice of Older Person Rehabilitation. Read more

The Postgraduate Certificate in Older Person Rehabilitation is designed to provide students, from a range of different professional backgrounds, with interdisciplinary learning in the theory and practice of Older Person Rehabilitation. Read more

Our flexible, value for money MSc geriatric medicine distance learning course offers healthcare professionals, from a range of settings, the opportunity to gain knowledge, skills and confidence in dealing with the complex health and social needs of the ageing population. Read more

Our Global Ageing and Policy (Distance Learning) programme introduces students to the study of ageing over the life course, focusing particularly on the principles of policy evaluation in ageing societies, and on the opportunities and challenges associated with ageing in specific regions of the world, including China, South-east Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. Read more

Train as an Approved Mental Health Professional. Get hands-on experience and gain significant recognition in your field. Read more

As a social worker you will have opportunities to make a real difference to some of the most marginalised and vulnerable people in society. Read more

Studying Clinical Psychology opens the door to a career which is infinitely varied, enabling you to undertake clinical work with a broad range of people experiencing a very diverse range of mental health difficulties. Read more

Gerontology is the study of ageing at the individual and societal levels. It examines the changes humans undergo as they age, as well as the impact of growing proportions of older people on social institutions, labour markets, welfare systems and families. Read more

PGCert Part time: 12 months PGDip Part time: 24 months MClinRes Part time: 36 months The suite of courses is a collaborative partnership with Newcastle Academic Health Partners. Read more

We offer two types of research degree: an MPhil or a PhD - in health services management and related disciplines such as health policy, health sociology and leadership. Read more

Want to make a rewarding and positive contribution to society? Social workers support children and families through child protection procedures, fostering and adoption and youth justice to name but a few. Read more