Doctorate in Gerontology and Geriatrics
Universidade de Aveiro
Key Information
Campus location
Aveiro, Portugal
Languages
Portuguese, English
Study format
On-Campus
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Introduction
Doctorate in Gerontology and Geriatrics
The Doctoral Program in Gerontology and Geriatrics (PDGG) aims to respond to the increasing need of advanced training in gerontology and geriatrics. Its major goal is to provide specialized training on direct intervention, policy definitions, service planning and research with older adults, involving the collaboration of national and international specialists. The PDGG is taught in association with the University of Porto, namely with the Abel Salazar Biomedical Sciences Institute, the Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Sciences Nutrition, the Faculty of Sports, and the Faculty of Humanities. It is therefore a conjoint degree awarded by both institutions – University of Aveiro (UA) and University of Porto (UP).
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Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please visit the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Year 1
1st Semester
- Advanced Topics of Gerontology and Geriatrics
- Science and Knowledge Translation
2nd Semester
Thesis Project and Planning and Data Analysis
Year 2
Thesis (2nd year)
Year 3
Thesis (3rd year)
Year 4
Thesis (4th year)
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Career Opportunities
Doctors in Gerontology and Geriatrics may find a professional carer in several areas: academy; local authorities; health system; community programs and projects; organizations from the third sector; consultants; entrepreneurship.