Hobart,
NSW,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Dementia in Sandy Bay Australia | University of Tasmania
University of Tasmania
|
Sandy Bay Australia
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
6,725
(c. USD4,743.14)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months
The Graduate Certificate in Dementia provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding dementia and its effects on individuals, communities, and policy-making. Students will gain comprehensive insights to enhance both professional and personal approaches to dementia care. With growing emphasis on patient-centered care and evidence-based decision-making, postgraduate qualifications in dementia open diverse career pathways. Program goals The increasing global prevalence of dementia demands innovative solutions and systemic reforms in care practices. This course prepares you to drive meaningful change using cutting-edge research. Fully digital delivery with adaptable modular content designed for various learning styles User-friendly platform accessible on multiple devices Assessments incorporate personal narratives to connect theoretical knowledge with real-world applications Current and practical curriculum content Certificate graduates can progress to the Graduate Diploma or Master of Dementia programs with full credit for completed units (50 credit points).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree.
Course Specific Requirements A bachelor degree in a health discipline, social work or psychology (AQF7/equivalent from a recognised institution) A bachelor degree (AQF7 equivalent) in another field, PLUS EITHER a year of full time (equivalent) work experience in dementia/aged care, neurobiology, heath systems/services or public health, OR successful prior completion of four units from the Diploma of Dementia Care (M1D) We recommend that candidates complete the Understanding Dementia MOOC prior to enrolment, if their previous degree is not related to dementia.
IELTS (Academic) - 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0)
TOEFL (iBT) 72 (no skill below: Reading 16; Listening 16; Speaking 18; Writing 22)
PTE Academic 50 with no score lower than 50
UTAS Access-English Level 7 - 60% (no individual score less than 60%)
Cambridge CAE (Certificate of Advanced English) - B Grade
Cambridge CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) - C Grade
Cambridge BEC (Business English Certificate) Higher - C Grade.
Tuition
AUD
6,725