Ageing and Health Charles Sturt University

Overview

This master's Ageing and Health degree is available online and focuses on social models of ageing, keeping you up to date with advanced theoretical foundations and practice which you can apply to any workplace. The Master of Ageing and Health offers great flexibility combined with a comprehensive learning experience. 

You can study online while continuing to work, allowing you to apply your knowledge within your current role.

With Charles Sturt University you'll have the option to complete your masters' degree by research or coursework. In the research strand, you'll develop specific skills in research and evaluation by completing core subjects and a research dissertation facilitating your knowledge contribution to practice. If you choose the coursework strand, you'll take a selection of core and elective subjects to augment your professional skills in human services. 

The interdisciplinary nature of this gerontology degree means that it is a great postgraduate study option for people from a range of health professions and disciplines engaged in the aged care sector, including nursing, occupational therapy, physiotherapy and social work. We offer a wide selection of topics relevant to practice so you can study areas of interest to help you achieve your career goals. Our academics are dedicated professional educators who are highly experienced in their fields, and who provide personal engagement and support to guide you through your studies.

Career opportunities 

The Master of Ageing and Health positions you at the heart of a growing industry. The federal government forecasts that the number of Australians aged 75 years or over will rise by approximately four million by 2060.

This master's program prepares you to work in a management position in a hospital or aged care service, health promotion position in an aged care service or quality assessment role in a government or non-government organisation.

You could also become a gerontology specialist in your profession and receive specialist recognition from your health discipline professional body.