Program Overview
The Health and Wellbeing of the Older Person at University of Stirling is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 months, delivered Online. 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 medicine & health sciences. 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 Health and Wellbeing of the Older Person 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Health and Wellbeing of the Older Person programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Exploring the Complexities of Caring for the Older Person
- Anticipating and Enhancing the Health and Wellbeing of the Person with Dementia in Practice Settings
- Multi Morbidity in the Older Adult
- Pain in Older Adults
- Diabetes and Dementia
- Partnerships in Care for Managing Long-term Conditions
- Quality Improvement Projects in Health and Social Care
- Action Research in Healthcare Practice
- Skills for Knowledge Enquiry
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Entrance requirements
A minimum of a second class honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply.Current professional registration as nurse or health/social care practitioner is required.
The course utilises a blended approach to learning. Blackboard Collaborate\xc2\x99 is used as a platform for synchronised e-learning. Module content will be supported by Web-based materials including podcasts. Campus days will be facilitated by face to face contact using video-conferencing / connective technologies / SKYPE where appropriate for distant students.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,450 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Stirling 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 Stirling
University of Stirling
Stirling, United Kingdom
University of Stirling is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date September 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months