Overview

The Aging Studies programme at the University of Regina provides advanced academic training designed to address the challenges of an increasingly elderly population. This interdisciplinary curriculum integrates perspectives from various faculties to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the aging process.

Why Aging Studies at the University of Regina?

This programme stands out as the only graduate-level aging studies offering in the prairie provinces. While many similar degrees focus solely on psychosocial factors, this curriculum uniquely emphasises the biological foundations of aging. Students benefit from a collaborative environment involving the faculties of Arts, Kinesiology and Health Studies, Social Work, and Nursing.

Learners work alongside expert faculty members who are active researchers in diverse specialisations. Research areas include musculoskeletal health, age-related brain disorders, palliative care, and the impact of anxiety and chronic pain on seniors. This breadth of expertise ensures students receive well-rounded mentorship for their thesis projects.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 29675 per year
National fee: CAD 25511 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a strong theoretical foundation while allowing for specialised research. Modules may include:

End of Life Issues for Human Services Work
Physiology of Aging
Patterns of Health and Illness in Older Adults
Policy, Ethics, and Care in Aging
Research Methods in Aging Studies
Interdisciplinary Approaches to Aging

Careers with Aging Studies

Graduates are well-equipped to enter professional roles or continue their academic journey through doctoral research. The programme provides a robust foundation for those pursuing careers in health care, research, or academia. Former students have successfully transitioned into various specialised fields and professional practices.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aging and women’s health
Anxiety disorders and chronic pain in seniors
Musculoskeletal health and mobility
Biological basis of age-related brain disorders
Leisure and aging, leisure and chronic conditions, leisure and dementia
Long-term care, dementia care, palliative care and end-of-life care

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Regina, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

A four-year bachelor’s degree for entrance to a master’s program
International applicants should consult the website regarding acceptable standards for admission, and are encouraged to submit the results of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE), especially the score for the subject test in the discipline being sought. English Proficiency Tests
A completed on-line Application Form
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A Resume and Personal Statement of Interest outlining one’s purpose in applying to graduate studies.
Fee: A non-refundable fee of $100 (Cdn funds) for ALL domestic and international applicants (subject to change) is to be paid on-line with the on-line application.
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Tuition Fees

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29675 CAD / year

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25511 CAD / year

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Living costs

Regina

Canada

1270 - 1840 CAD / month

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