University of Stirling
MSc Dementia Studies (Online)
Stirling, United Kingdom
DURATION
36 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Part time
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STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
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Introduction
With the number of people living with dementia across the world expected to double in the next 20 years, this innovative e-learning course has been developed to provide you with an in-depth, research-based knowledge of dementia and approaches to supporting people with dementia. It’s designed for professionals already working in the field and carers/volunteers who are supporting people with dementia. Our online course can be studied from anywhere in the world.
The course is run by a team of academic experts whose research has helped to shape dementia care policy worldwide. You’ll learn about the latest theories, innovations and best practice in supporting people with dementia – as well as gaining an overview of policy drivers and initiatives, and a grounding in academic and research skills. Our course also benefits from an advisory group of people with dementia, who support course development.
During your studies, you’ll become part of an international online community of fellow students and academics committed to improving dementia practice and the experience of people living with dementia. With a student and alumni group that to date encompasses students from Europe, Asia, North America, the Middle East and Africa, and from professions spanning health, care, architecture and law, you will engage with a diverse range of professionals who are committed to improving the experiences of people living with dementia across varied regional contexts.
The course encourages collaborative, interdisciplinary and critical learning. It’s dedicated to creating leaders of change in dementia practice.
Top reasons to study with us
#1 We’re the longest running provider of online postgraduate qualifications in dementia studies
#2 97% overall student satisfaction with MSc Dementia Studies (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2022)
#3 The University of Stirling is home to the internationally renowned Dementia Services Development Centre
Curriculum
The course has been developed to provide you with an in-depth, research-based knowledge of dementia. This includes theory, innovation and best practice, policy drivers and initiatives, and a grounding in academic and research skills. You will:
- develop an advanced understanding of multidisciplinary perspectives about dementia and approaches to supporting people with dementia
- address critical issues in dementia practice and service delivery
- encourage improved collaboration across areas of practice
- compare and contrast national and international research
- identify and debate current practice developments
- develop critical thinking to promote reflective practice
- develop knowledge and skills of social research processes
Teaching
Our online learning allows you to interact and get support from your tutors, as well as providing access to the course materials and reading material. Flexibility is offered, recognising that some students work shifts or are in different time zones so teaching allows you to fit study around your work commitments. Special emphasis is placed on a collaborative and problem-solving approach to learning and on encouraging reflective practice.
All teaching uses text- and web-based distance-learning materials. A specially designed online learning platform is available for students to access course information and recorded lectures, take part in online discussions and contact the course tutors. A module workbook forms the basis of the student’s individual study and is built upon by wider reading. Each semester you’ll benefit from live online sessions with guest speakers and events including input from people living with dementia.
You’ll require access to a computer with an internet connection.