Program Overview

Máster Universitario en Envejecimiento Activo y Salud

The Master's Degree in Active Aging and Health is a university program that focuses on the study of aging and its effects on individuals and society. The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging, as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to promote healthy aging and improve the quality of life of older adults.

Structure of the Program

The program consists of 60 credits, divided into two semesters. The first semester includes courses on methodology, management of institutions related to aging, health and physiopathology of aging, psychology of aging, sociology of aging, and styles of life and promotion of healthy habits in older adults. The second semester includes courses on e-health technologies applied to active aging and health, quality of life related to health in older adults, attention to dependence and fragility in older adults, academic practices, and a final master's project.

Competencies of the Title

The program aims to provide students with the following competencies:

• Ability to apply knowledge and understanding of the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging
• Ability to analyze and evaluate the effects of aging on individuals and society
• Ability to design and implement programs and interventions to promote healthy aging and improve the quality of life of older adults
• Ability to work with older adults and their families to promote healthy aging and independence
• Ability to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to promote healthy aging and improve the quality of life of older adults

Mobility and Exchange Programs

The program offers mobility and exchange programs for students, including the SICUE program for national mobility and the ERASMUS program for international mobility. These programs allow students to study at other universities in Spain or abroad, gaining international experience and expanding their knowledge and skills.

Academic Practices

The program includes academic practices that allow students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings. These practices are supervised by professionals in the field and provide students with the opportunity to gain practical experience and build their professional network.

Final Master's Project

The final master's project is a research project that allows students to demonstrate their knowledge and skills in the field of active aging and health. The project is supervised by a tutor and must be presented and defended publicly.

Responsible for the Master's Program and Faculty

The Master's program is responsible for the Faculty of Health Sciences, which has a system of internal quality management that ensures the coordination of teaching and the quality of the program. The faculty includes professionals with expertise in the field of active aging and health, who provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in their careers.

Regulations of Interest

The program is subject to the regulations of the University of Alicante, including the regulations on permanence and continuation of studies, evaluation of learning, adaptation to the curriculum, recognition and transfer of credits, and academic practices.

Additional Academic Issues of Interest to Students

The program provides students with additional academic issues of interest, including acts of welcome, research, attention to students with special needs, representation and participation of students, recognition and awards, and complementary information.

Complementary Information

The program provides students with complementary information, including identification cards, associations, accommodation, transportation, dining rooms and cafes, medical attention, and insurance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The program provides students with frequently asked questions, including administrative procedures and forms for students, frequently asked questions, and information services.

Center

The program is located in the Faculty of Health Sciences, which has a contact email, web page, and telephone number. The faculty is located in San Vicente del Raspeig, Alicante, and has a map of the site and statistics.