Course Overview
Offered by University of Stirling, the MSc Gerontology and Global Ageing provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Stirling, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Between 2015 and 2050 the proportion of the world's population over 60 years-old will grow from 12% to 22% (World Health Organisation). Countries face major challenges to ensure their health and social systems are ready for this demographic shift. Our online Masters course in Gerontology and Global Ageing will help you to address the implications of an ageing population. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 80% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, a 85% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Our Housing Studies postgraduate degrees are accredited by the Chartered Institute of Housing. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 60 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
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Graduate Outcomes
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💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Stirling
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,500 | £27,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £24,000 | £30,500 |
| 5 years | £24,500 | £29,000 | £36,500 |
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