Deze opleiding
locatieLeiden |
diplomamsc M Vitality and Ageing |
typeregulier |
start1 september, 1 februari |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur2 jaar deeltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code60515 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursnee |
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
computer exercise, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, lecture, literature study, oral presentation, poster presentation, research, research project, research proposal, self evaluation, self study, tutorial, working groupinstruction modes
Health, Ageing and Society is an intensive programme that goes beyond attending lectures and participating in work groups. Students are expected to do more than merely absorb facts. The international and inter-disciplinary nature of the programme means that personal development also occurs outside of lecture halls and during meetings with elderly.
objectives
The master’s programme Health, Ageing and Society trains its students to become academic Health, Ageing and Society professionals and engaged citizens who are competent and trained internationally and interdisciplinary. They are able to contribute to solutions for the challenges facing our ageing society. The one-year fulltime or two-year parttime master’s programme provides the students with knowledge and skills, additional to their diverse bachelor backgrounds, to become academic professionals who are capable of improving the care and welfare of the older people in an ageing society. Students may find employment as researchers, policymakers, innovative professionals or medical doctors in the field of Health, Ageing and Society.
Na de studie
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
The following career opportunities are open to alumni of the master's programme:
- A further management training programme
- An academic research programme leading to a PhD
- A position as doctor in geriatric medicine (only for students that have a bachelor and master’s degree in medicine)
Scientific
During the master programme you will become acquainted with the latest scientific insights on health, ageing and society. You will build your (inter)national network with scientists in this field, giving you unique possibilities for PhD positions after graduating from our master.
Organisation
Many organisations realise that our ageing society warrants changes and innovation. Since this needs young, excellent talents with knowledge in this domain, this master is a perfect step towards a career in (non-)governmental organisations and companies, national and international.
Medical
After successfully finishing a bachelor programme in Medicine the master Vitality and Ageing is an excellent opportunity to learn more about the challenges of an aging society and work on your personal development before starting your master’s programme in Medicine.