Dec 14, 2024  
2021-2022 Graduate Bulletin 
    
2021-2022 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Gerontology, PhD


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The PhD program in gerontology employs a curriculum designed to establish the knowledge base and especially the thinking/methodological skills necessary to successfully contribute to gerontology scholarship. The curriculum consists of 41 hours of course work plus directed studies and research within a program of study that involves six interlocking elements:

• a required core in gerontology

• specialized coursework in a substantive thematic research domain

• training in appropriate and supportive research methods

• grounding in public health concepts

• a qualifying examination

• a dissertation

 

Admission Requirements

The Ph.D. Program in Gerontology encourages applications from individuals having expressed interests in advanced theoretical and research-based studies of aging processes or aged individuals and populations. Complete applications that will be considered for admission to the Gerontology Program must include: 

• Application Form and fee payment 

• Official transcripts of all colleges and universities attended

• Official report of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

• (International Students) Official TOEFL report 

• At least three (3) letters of reference

• Personal statement of interests, doctoral study plans, and career goals.

Students are encouraged to submit samples of scholarly writing, and are strongly encouraged to visit the program before admission decisions are made. All complete applications will be evaluated not only for evidence of strong academic accomplishment and high professional standards, but for evidence of a strong potential for success in advanced graduate studies and careers in gerontology-related fields. 

 

Degree Requirements

The PhD program in gerontology employs a curriculum designed to establish the knowledge base and especially the thinking/methodological skills necessary to successfully contribute to gerontology scholarship.

Program Curriculum

The following curricular requirements are presented as a guide to your matriculation through the program. Depending on your previous coursework, there may be changes and alternatives suggested by your advisor.

Required Courses

 

GRN 600 A STUDY OF THE OLDER PERSON   (3)

GRN 620 HUMAN AGING AND ADJUSTMENT   (3)

GRN 650 RESEARCH DESIGN IN GERONTOLOGY   (4)

GRN 656 INTEGRATIVE STUDIES IN GERONTOLOGY  (3)

CPH 603 INTRODUCTION TO DATA ANALYSIS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH   (3)

Additional Methods Courses  (6)

CPH 605 EPIDEMIOLOGY   (3)

CPH 663 INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE AND ADMINISTRATION   (1)

Subtotal: Core Hours (26)

 

Elective Courses

 

Work with your advisor and DGS to identify appropriate electives.

Subtotal: Elective Hours  (15)

 

Teacher Training (optional)

GRN 616 TEACHING SEMINAR IN GERONTOLOGY   (2)

GRN 617 TEACHING PRACTICUM IN GERONTOLOGY   (3)

Subtotal: Teacher Training Hours (5) (optional)

 

 

 

Total Minimum Hours Required for Degree (41)

 

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