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Person-Centred Dementia Studies

University of Worcester
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2 yearsDuration
£1,533Per Year (Intl)
£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the PgCert Person-Centred Dementia Studies at University of Worcester. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year part-time structure. What makes the Person-Centred Dementia Studies PG Certificate at the University of Worcester special? Our Postgraduate Certificate in Person-Centred Dementia Studies has been designed specifically for current or potential future leaders or managers of dementia services in health and social care organisations, charities or businesses. Effective leadership in person-centred care is fundamental for the ability of an organisation to deliver services that work well for people living with dementia. This course will provide you with evidence-based practical interventions to expand your knowle... International tuition fees are £1,533 per year, home/UK fees are £1,081 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 80% student satisfaction rating, and a 82% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Person-Centred Approaches in Dementia Care
Dementia: Neurobiology and Clinical Manifestations
Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care
Evidence-Based Interventions for Dementia Support
Dignity
Rights and Ethical Practice in Dementia Services
Communicating and Relating with People Living with Dementia
Organisational Quality Improvement and Service Development
Critical Reflection and Professional Practice Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements Entry requirements Applicants will require current experience of working with or supporting people with dementia, either through employment, regular voluntary work or caring. EITHER An honours degree at 2:2 level or above OR Qualifications and experience are considered to be equivalent to the above. All students applying via this route will be assessed and where necessary interviewed by the Programme Lead

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£1,533

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£3,066

Home Student Fee

£1,081

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Worcester

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£28,500£29,500
3 years£22,000£28,000£32,500
5 years£23,500£30,500£37,000
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-06-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About University of Worcester

University of Worcester offers Person-Centred Dementia Studies as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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