Gerontology

Entry requirements

A Master's degree in a subject appropriate to the research area.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

The Institute of Gerontology at King's College London is one of the leading gerontological research and teaching centres world-wide. Founded in 1986, the Institute is at the vanguard of multi-disciplinary research and teaching, acting as a bridge between the social and clinical sciences.

The objectives of the Institute are to:

• Engage in state of the art research into the demographic, sociological, psychological, financial and institutional processes of adult ageing.
• Provide multidisciplinary, research-led education and research training for both clinical and social scientists, including practitioners in health, social care, government and the voluntary sector.
• Engage critically with social policy issues for the benefit of older people both nationally and internationally.