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Nov 24, 2024
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2017-2018 EIU Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Aging Studies
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Program Mission: The online Master of Arts in Aging Studies program is designed to provide a multidisciplinary education for future and current professionals in gerontology. We are committed to maintaining the quality and distinction of the program that was exemplified by our recognition as a Program of Merit by the Association for Gerontology in Higher Education. Opportunities are available for students to gain exposure to specialized expertise in gerontological theory, research, practice, social policy issues, and the process of aging in a global and culturally diverse society. This expertise prepares students for a wide range of careers in the field of aging, including direct community and social services, program administration, mental health practice, government services, higher education, long-term care, health and wellness, and entrepreneurship.
Admission Requirements: To be eligible for degree candidacy, applicants must meet all of the requirements for admission to the Graduate School (see “Admission to Graduate Degree and Certificate Programs”).
Degree Audit: The graduate plan of study is the EIU Degree Audit, which is generated automatically in the Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS) at the time of degree or certificate candidacy. Modifications of the standard EIU Degree Audit are submitted by the graduate coordinator to the certification officer in the Graduate School at the time modifications are approved. The Degree Audit serves as an unofficial summary of requirements for the program. Degree and certificate candidates are advised to review the comprehensive summary of the Degree Audit process specified on the “Requirements for All Degree and Certificate Candidates” section of the Graduate Catalog. Individual programs may require candidates to submit plans of study in addition to the Degree Audit, candidates should consult with the program coordinator.
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Degree Requirements
Degree requirements include those outlined for the master’s degree by the Graduate School (see “Requirements for the Master’s Degree”).
The courses for the degree must total 33 semester hours.
Required Courses: 27 credits hours
Elective Courses
Select 6 credit hours
Online and On-Campus Components
The entire graduate degree program can be completed in the form of online courses to fulfill the required total of 33 credit hours. All required courses are offered online on a regular basis. A limited number of courses are also available in the face-to-face, on-campus format.
During each summer term, students will be invited to campus for a one-day informational meeting. Included in this in-person component will be a student orientation, explanation of academic courses/curriculum, advisement for courses and progression in the degree program, a tutorial on technology for online course navigation, a library orientation, and a description of the independent study/internship/thesis options.
In the final semester of the program, students will deliver a written report and presentations based on their completed independent study/internship/thesis work. The professional capstone experience will demonstrate comprehensive mastery of subject matter from Aging Studies coursework and application of course content knowledge to the culminating independent study/internship/thesis. Written reports will be submitted online and presentations will be delivered online or in person, as agreed upon by the Graduate Coordinator/academic adviser and the student.
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