Program Overview
The Dementia Studies at University of Sussex is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Dementia Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 14,490 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Brighton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dementia Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Understanding Dementia
- Assessment and Treatment of Dementia
- Psychological and Social Perspectives of Dementia
- Research Methods and Critical Appraisal
- Communication, Learning and Teaching in Health and Social Care
- Leadership and Change Management in Clinical Services
- Quality, Safety and Service Improvement in Clinical Services
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The course is aimed at a wide range of professionals who are in a position to deliver improvements to the health and care of people with dementia. This includes nurses, doctors, psychologists, occupational therapists and managers and staff in nursing and residential homes.
Applicants should have either a degree and evidence of a capacity to study at Masters level with a substantial interest and/or experience in an area of health or social care or evidence of a capacity to study at Masters level and at least two years\xc2\x92 work experience in an environment related to dementia care (including lived experience).
It is possible to take the MSc Dementia Studies as an intercalated degree.
International applicants who meet the above entry criteria and have IELTS (minimum score of 7.0, with no less than 6.5 in each section) are welcome to apply.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,490 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,490 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,650 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Sussex directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Sussex
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Moffat, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-25
- Language English
- Duration 12 months