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Information for the student – Psychogerontology
Introduction
One of the most distinctive demographic characteristics of today is the progressive ageing of the global population. Europe is gradually becoming one of the world's oldest continents. The United Nations has estimated that 27.4% of the European population will be aged over 75 by 2050.
This trend represents a major social challenge and has created a demand for skilled professionals capable of providing quality services for older adults. These include interventions to promote active ageing, with the implementation of policies and actions to impact positively on the health and welfare of the elderly. There is, of course, also a need for professionals who can provide assistance to dependent senior citizens and their families.
This trend represents a major social challenge and has created a demand for skilled professionals capable of providing quality services for older adults. These include interventions to promote active ageing, with the implementation of policies and actions to impact positively on the health and welfare of the elderly. There is, of course, also a need for professionals who can provide assistance to dependent senior citizens and their families.
The master's degree in Psychogerontology is designed to address this need and provides quality training aimed at psychologists interested in working in the field of ageing, combining excellence in professional practice with knowledge of concern for the scientific and ethical criteria for action.
The master's is coordinated by the University of Santiago de Compostela, but the entire course can be completed at the University of Barcelona.
The master's is coordinated by the University of Santiago de Compostela, but the entire course can be completed at the University of Barcelona.
Basic information
| Interuniversity | Yes |
| Main university | Universitat Santiago |
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| Credits | 60 |
| Mode of delivery | Presencial |
| Bridging courses | No |
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Psychology |
| Number of places available | 25 |
| Approximate price per credit | 27.67 euros per credit (82 euros for students who are not EU nationals and do not currently reside in Spain). Fees for the academic year 2023-2024 |
| Coordination | FELICIANO VILLAR POSADA |
| Main university information | Master's degree course homepage |