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The Master of Dementia program provides a research-focused, interdisciplinary approach to understanding dementia and its effects on individuals, communities, and policymakers. Graduates will gain comprehensive knowledge, diverse viewpoints, and profound awareness of the evidence base, enabling them to better support people living with dementia both professionally and personally. Through developing skills in research evaluation and methodology, graduates can identify high-quality evidence or conduct studies where gaps exist. With growing emphasis on personalized care and evidence-based decision-making in dementia, postgraduate qualifications in this field open doors to leadership and innovation roles. Program goals As dementia cases increase globally, fresh challenges emerge, demanding systemic changes in how we assist affected individuals. This program prepares you to drive evidence-based reforms. Fully digital and adaptable with modular learning materials designed for various study styles User-friendly interface accessible on multiple devices Assessments incorporate personal reflections to connect theoretical learning with real-world applications Current and practical course content
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.