Dementia Studies: Contemporary Approaches to Practice

The MSc course is two years part-time or one year full-time and comprises of 6 core modules and a 12 month dissertation module. The course structure is designed to offer flexibility in learning and has two intakes per year (September and February).

You can enrol to undertake any of the following three academic qualifications or complete the core modules as individual continuing professional development (CPD) courses (20 credits). The three exit points are:

PG Cert – 60 credits (3 modules) PG Dip – 120 credits (6 modules) MSc – 180 Credits (6 modules + dissertation)

The MSc Dementia Studies: Contemporary Approaches to Practice is designed to help you develop a critical understanding of dementia. The course allows for greater insight into the experience of those living with dementia, their families and the people who care for them. You will learn about theoretical perspectives, research and practice-based evidence underpinning dementia care and service design across health and social care settings. You will have opportunities to explore and create evidence-based solutions for leading positive changes in practice and improving the lives of people with dementia and their families. Our goal is to empower you to become a progressive leader in dementia care practice and service management.

The course is based within the Geller Institute of Ageing and Memory at UWL. Our staff are all leaders in dementia research and have substantial experience working and teaching in academic and practice based settings. The course has been designed to utilise their expertise and offer a range of skills and experiences to support your learning and development as a leader in the field of dementia care.

The MSc course will offer a blended learning approach consisting of classroom teaching, online learning, guided study and self-directed learning. Teaching will be delivered by academics, clinicians, family carers and people with lived experience of dementia.