Gerontology (Distance Learning) (PGCert) drafted
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
Gerontology looks at ageing and its impact on individuals and society. Explore the changes people experience as they age and the effects of ageing populations on society on our full-time PGCert Gerontology (Distance Learning) course at the University of Southampton. This course is ideal if you need the flexibility to combine work and postgraduate study.
Understanding the process of population ageing can benefit areas such as health and social care, research, and local and national policy.
On this online postgraduate certificate in gerontology, you’ll look at the subject from a range of perspectives, including policy, demography, sociology, biology, healthcare sciences, psychology and economics.
You’ll develop:
Flexible study
If you prefer, you can apply to study this course as:
a part-time distance learning postgraduate certificate (PGCert) - you'll usually study over 2 years
If you’re not ready to take on a full course, as part of continuing professional development (CPD) you can choose to
study a module on its own
. It’s a great way to introduce yourself to the subject and you can build up to higher level study. Choose campus based studyor distance learning
.Your modules and fees may vary if you choose a different study option.
Course lead
Your course leader is Athina Vlachantoni, Professor of Gerontology and Social Policy at the University of Southampton. Her research interests combine the areas of ageing, gender and social policy. Read
Professor Vlachantoni’s profile
to find out more about her research interests and publication.Program Outline
This PG Cert Gerontology (Distance Learning) is made up of 3 modules. All students must study the Perspectives in Gerontology module, and you’ll be able to choose 2 other modules.
If you study full-time, you'll take 3 modules in one year: 2 in the first semester and 1 in the second. If you study part-time you can choose to take 1 module in the first year and 2 modules in the second, or the other way round.
Want more detail?
See all the modules in the course.
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You’ll need a 2:1 degree in social science or a subject related to ageing.
Find the
equivalent international qualifications
for your country.Students requiring a visa to study in the UK
In addition to the University’s own English language proficiency requirements, the UK Home Office sets its own minimum standards for applicants requiring a visa to study in the UK. The current requirements are that:
English Language Tests
The University of Southampton accepts the following UKVI Secure English Language Tests:
Secure English Language Tests
must be dated within the two years immediately preceding the programme start date
as set out in any offer letter issued by the University.The University of Southampton also accepts the following English Language Tests:
Tests taken at a centralised test centre/venue:
iBT
(Test of English as a Foreign Language) The University of Southampton does not recognise MyBest scores and will only accept scores taken in one sitting within the 2 years immediately preceding the programme start date. Please note, we currently do not accept the TOEFLiBT
Paper Edition.Tests taken at home:
Non-SELT English Language Tests
must usually be dated within the two years immediately preceding the programme start date
as set out in any offer letter issued by the University.
Notes:
* You must present both certificates for the LanguageCert Level 1 Certificate in ESOL International (Bands FY, A, B, C, D, E) and the LanguageCert Level 2 Certificate in ESOL International (Bands F, G, H, I)
The University does not recognise any test not listed above.
