University of Sussex

MSc Dementia Studies

University of Sussex

Course overview

The MSc Dementia Studies course gives a complete and overall way of thinking about dementia. This condition causes a decline in cognitive abilities like memory, thinking, and reasoning that interferes with daily life and is a major problem worldwide. The course is for anyone working in health and social care for people with dementia, and its goal is to help them make life better for these individuals. It provides a full understanding of how dementia affects both the person who has it and the wider society.

This course teaches students how to give better care to people with dementia, and it usually takes one year if you study full-time or three years if students study part-time. The learning brings together important medical knowledge with key skills in talking to people in health and social care, doing research, and acting as a leader. Their work is checked by coursework, giving talks, and writing a main research paper.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need at least a second-class undergraduate degree in fields like nursing, psychology, social work, or a related health or social care discipline, which demonstrates a clear capacity for master's study.
  • Alternatively, a different degree will be acceptable if the student has enough relevant work experience in an environment related to dementia care for at least two years.

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score 6.0 overall in IELTS (with 5.5 in each section) or submit equivalent secure English language test (SELT) scores, such as the Pearson PTE Academic.
  • This requirement ensures that all students possess the necessary English language skills to successfully engage with the course material and assessments.

Scholarships

  • Cate Haste Scholarship in History

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Cate Haste Scholarship in Media and Film

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Chancellor's Masters Scholarship

    £3,000 for applicants assessed as 'Home' for fees or £5,000 for applicants assessed as 'Overseas' for fees.

  • Jan Metzger Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence and Adaptive Systems MSc

    £12,550 fee waiver

    Up to £12,550

  • John Kinghorn Scholarship in Engineering

    £10,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £10,000

  • MBA Impact Scholarship

    £2,500 - £5,000 towards tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £2,500

  • Sanctuary Scholarship (Masters)

  • Shan Vaswani Borgartz Scholarship in Media

    £5,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £5,000

  • Stuart Hall Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee discount.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sussex Alumni Scholarship

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Sussex Progressive Futures Scholarships

    £10,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £10,000

  • The University of Sussex Business School International Masters Award

    £2,000 will be awarded as a fee waiver to all overseas fee-paying students who start a full-time Masters course at the Business school.

    Up to £2,000

  • The University of Sussex Engineering and Informatics International Masters Award

    £2,000 will be awarded as a fee waiver to all overseas fee-paying students who start a full-time Masters course at the School of Engineering & Informatics.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for specialised roles across the health and social care sectors. The major career paths include:

  • Dementia Nurse Specialist
  • Care Home Manager
  • Geriatrician
  • Dementia Policy Advisor
  • Academic Researcher

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the MSc Dementia Studies for International students: £22,580.

Admission

Admission for the MSc Dementia Studies is processed through the university website. For help with the process, speak to one of our trained counsellors. AHZ's trained counsellors.

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