The Doctoral Program in Gerontology at the University of Maryland is a collaborative, interdisciplinary degree program conducted jointly with the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC). The program emphasizes an integrative approach to understanding the aging process, examining it from various perspectives, including biological, social, cultural, economic, and psychological contexts.
Students can choose from three main areas of specialization:
The curriculum requires a minimum of 49 course credits and includes core courses, research methods, specialization tracks, and electives. Students must also complete a dissertation, with opportunities to earn dual degrees such as a PhD in Gerontology combined with a master's in Applied Sociology or Epidemiology.
For more details, visit the program's official page UMD Graduate School