Program Overview

Embark on the Master of Science in Dementia program at the University of Hull, designed to offer a critical understanding of dementia. Gain insights into the experiences of individuals and families affected by dementia, while honing critical thinking skills for impactful change. Delve into topics such as social exclusion, diversity, and holistic care models. Explore various frameworks explaining dementia, develop multi-disciplinary research perspectives, and create person-centered care plans. Assessment is coursework-based, fostering ongoing feedback and practical application. Upon completion, specialize in dementia care or enhance existing skills for professionals and volunteers, driving positive change in your community.

Online

University of Hull

January, May and September

24 months

• A minimum 2.2 Honours degree or international equivalent in a related subject (such as nursing, social work, psychology, occupational therapy, or similar)

• If you don’t have a 2.2 Honours degree or international equivalent in a related subject, equivalent professional qualifications/personal experience (such as a Diploma in Nursing) may be considered, along with a portfolio of evidence and a 1,000 word essay to support your application.

• CV including a current professional or voluntary role which requires regular direct contact with people with dementia

• A personal statement of around 300-500 words

• An IELTS 6.0 score (with minimum 5.5 in each skill) if your first language isn't English (or other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University of Hull).

Requirement

Tuition Fee

£10,600

Course Type

Master's degree

Modules

1) Dementia: Critical Starting Points (30 credits)

A critical approach to historical and contemporary understandings of dementia. Throughout this module you will explore the multi-disciplinary frameworks and discourses which seek to explain the experience of dementia.

2) Living Well with Dementia (30 credits)

Develop strategies and plans to create meaningful activities which support life enhancement and wellness. You will also develop a critical understanding of what it means to ‘live well’.

3) Systems and Ecologies (30 credits)

This module takes account of the wider social systems and ecologies which can both support and undermine the experience of living well with dementia. It will provide you with a systems-based appreciation of the experience of living well with dementia. The module examines the relationships of people diagnosed with the condition exploring interactions and perceptions of family, care-givers, community and society in general. You will focus on methods and approaches which enable partnerships and collaboration within wider social systems.

4) Dying Well with Dementia (30 credits)

Gain an understanding of palliative and supportive care in dementia. This module has been developed in collaboration with end of life care specialists from Dove House Hospice in Hull.

Dove House Hospice is a charity providing excellent care for people in the local community with life limiting illnesses. They are specialists in palliative care, which is the total care of patients whose illness is no longer curable and for whom the goal must be quality of life. The patient - not the illness - is the focus of Dove House’s care.

Topics covered during this module include defining a palliative care approach, relationship centered care, comfort care at the end of life, and loss and bereavement. At the end of the module, students will understand the legal and ethical issues, advanced care planning and the professional interventions which mitigate for and against a good death in the context of dementia.

5) Dissertation (60 credits)

Your dissertation (12,000 words) will help you to develop arguments which demonstrate alternative perspectives, challenge common perception and pave the way for new areas of enquiry in the dementia field.

6) Alternative Programmes

The university also offer a Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert) and Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip) in Dementia for applicants who may not feel ready to commit to a full Masters.

The PgCert is made up of two of the 30-credit modules outlined above – ‘Dementia: Critical Starting Points’ and another of your choice. The PgDip requires completion of all four 30-credit modules.

Students undertaking the PgCert or PgDip can choose to transfer onto the full MSc should they wish to do so, following the successful completion of their studies. Get in touch with the university's Course Adviser team on +44 (0)1482 235569 for more information.

Innovative world-class study experience

Gain a profound understanding of dementia with the Master of Science in Dementia at the University of Hull. Develop critical thinking skills and practical tools to lead positive change in dementia care. Explore diverse perspectives, challenge conventional models, and create person-centered care plans. Benefit from online assessments and join a global network of professionals shaping the future of dementia care. Specialize in dementia care or enhance existing skills to make a meaningful impact in your community.

Who is the course aimed at?

This comprehensive Master of Science in Dementia equips health and social care professionals with critical insights and practical skills to lead positive change in dementia care. Designed for individuals with related academic or professional backgrounds, it offers specialized knowledge and expertise in supporting individuals and families affected by dementia.

Why the University of Hull?

• Top 50 in the UK for research 'power'

• 95% of students are in work or further study

• Awarded Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Gold Award