Program Overview
The Population And Social Gerontology at Mahidol University is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 24 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 social 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 Population And Social Gerontology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Thailand 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: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 5
- Tuition: USD 270 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 270 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Population And Social Gerontology programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Aging\nPrograms In Cross Cultural Contexts
- Economics\nOf Aging
- Perspectives\nIn Gerontology
- Proseminar\nI
- Logic\nOf Inquiry
- Linking\nResearch And Practice
- Policy\nAnd Politics In Aging
- Graduate\nPracticum
- Quantitative\nMethods And Statistics
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 2.8 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 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).
- Hold a Bachelor\'s degree in any field
- Completed an Online Application
- Two copies of Degree Certificate
- Two copies of Academic Transcript
- Two copies of Recent Photos (Passport size)
- Two copies of Passport
- Two copies of English certificate (TOEFL/ IELTS/ MU-Grad Test)\xc2\xa0
- Two copies of Curriculum Vitae
- Two copies of Statement of Purposes and Career Goals
- Two copies of Current bank statement / Scholarship letter (if any)\xc2\xa0
- Two copies of Concept paper / research proposal (recommended for all applicants)\xc2\xa0
- Two copies of additional documents may be requested by each program (such as letter of work experience / professional license/ related certificates and awards)\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 270 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 270 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 270 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 270 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Mahidol University 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 Mahidol University
Mahidol University
บ้านหนองแจง, Thailand
Mahidol University 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months