Advanced Dementia Care
University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton
Course overview
*The next anticipated intake is October 2026, and the application window will open shortly.* The University of Northampton Dementia Research & Innovation Centre (NDRIC) is currently offering a University (Masters Level 7) module on person-centred and family focused approaches to dementia care. Advanced Dementia Care is for leaders and managers in health and social care who are providing and delivering care to people living with dementia (PWD) and carers. Adopting a person-centred family focused approach, this online module explores the contemporary evidence-base, recent policy developments, and innovations in dementia care practice.
Key highlights
- Single Master's Level 7 module delivered fully online
- Person-centred, family-focused approach to dementia care
- Explores contemporary evidence base and recent dementia policy developments
- Covers innovations in dementia care practice
- Delivered by a dedicated dementia research and innovation centre
- Designed for health and social care leaders and managers
Entry requirements
Students will need to provide evidence of study at level 6 (or equivalent) or tier 2/3 in the ‘Dementia Training Standards Framework, Skills for Health, Health Education England and Skills for Care (2018). Students will also need regular access to dementia patients and carers.
Scholarships
Alumni PGCE Bursary Award
This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.
Up to £500Chevening Scholarships
Sir John Lowther Scholarship
The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Dementia Care Lead
- Care Home Manager
- Dementia Specialist Nurse
- Admiral Nurse
- Dementia Services Manager
- Social Care Manager
Cost of study
UK/Home: £967 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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