Program Overview
The Gerontology at University of South Florida is a MA programme in Humanities, 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 Gerontology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 432 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Tampa, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Gerontology 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
- [\'Sociological Aspects of Aging\', \'Economics and Aging\', \'Human Development\', \'Physical Change and Aging\', \'Gerontological Research and Planning\', \'Internship\', \'Statistical Methods in Aging Research\', \'Multivariate Statistical Analysis for Aging Research\', \'Directed Reading in Gerontology\', \'Directed Research in Gerontology\', "Thesis: Master\'s", \'Understanding Principles and Practices in Long Term Care\', \'Health Care Operations in Long Term Care\', \'Program Evaluation in an Aging Society\', \'Social Policy and Planning for Gerontologists\', \'Seminar in Principles of Administration\', \'Health, Ethnicity, and Aging\', \'Ethical and Legal Issues in Aging\', "Alzheimer\'s Disease Management", \'Aging and Mental Disorders\', \'Topics in Psychopathology and Aging\', \'Mental Health Assessment and Intervention with Older Adults\', \'Gerontological Counseling Theory and Practice\', \'Gerontological Group & Family Counseling\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
University requirements with the exception of:
- a GPA of 3.00 or greater
- a preferred GRE score of at least 149V (41st percentile), 142Q (16th percentile) , 3.5 A.W.
- Applicants where English is not the language of instruction must also submit a TOEFL iBT score of at least 79 which corresponds to a score of 600 on the old TOEFL test
- State of Purpose in pursuing a MA in Gerontology
- Current Resume
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 432 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 432 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 348 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of South Florida 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 South Florida
University of South Florida
Tampa, United States
University of South Florida is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-09-17
- Start Date 2018-01-08
- Language English