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Bachelor of Science with a Major in Applied Gerontology University of North Texas, USA

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Course summary

This program is designed to prepare students to work with older people in a wide variety of settings. A faculty advisor works closely with each student to develop an individualized, career-oriented course of study.

Program modules

The modules include AGER 3480, Psychology of Adult Development and Aging, AGER 4550, Sociology of Aging, AGER 4780, Aging Programs and Services, AGER 4840, Studies in Aging Field Practicum, AGER 4850, Studies in Aging Field Practicum, AGER 2250, Images of Aging in Film and Literature (may be used to satisfy the Humanities requirement), AGER 4020, Psychology of Death and Dying, AGER 4500, Long-Term Care Case Management with Older Adults, AGER 4560, Minority Aging (may be used to satisfy a portion of the Understanding the Human Community requirement), AGER 4700, Women in Later Life.

Entry requirement for international students

Students must have graduated from an accredited high school and strongly recommend that students take the following classes in high school. Students should have a strong ‘B’ average and have completed three units of English and two units each of solid mathematics, social science and natural science. Students should have a minimum combined SAT (combined critical reading/verbal and math) score of 1180 or ACT composite of 26. International students should have obtained a minimum TOEFL score of 79 (Internet-based), score of 550 (Paper-based) and score of 213 (Computer-based) and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 overall band and also should have minimum MELAB (official version) score of 80 or higher.

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Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

University Of North Texas

Department name

College of Public Affairs and Community Service, Department of Sociology

About University of North Texas

The University of North Texas (UNT) is a student-centered public research university and the flagship of the UNT System. With 12 colleges and schools , and more than 36,500 students, UNT is one of Texas's largest universities. Our growing global community includes 2,600 international students from more than 121 countries. UNT students receive a quality education at an affordable cost. The university offers 97 bachelor's , 88 master's and 40 docto read more

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  • Overview The University of North Texas (UNT) is a student-centered public research university and the flagship of the UNT System. With 12 colleges and schools , and more than 36,500 students, UNT is one ...read more
  • Studying at UNT The pursuit of scholarship and educational growth of our students through an innovative, collaborative learning environment is the center of UNT's mission to serve and improve the global society. UNT ...read more
  • Intensive English Institute International students can improve their English proficiency by enrolling themselves in IELI classes conducted on campus. The Intensive English Language Institute (IELI) was established in 1977 to t ...read more
  • Research Scholarship, creativity, innovation and technology transfer are the defining characteristics of research at the University of North Texas. An emerging national research university, UNT has invested ...read more
  • Campus Life Student life on the UNT campus is exciting. The University has many opportunities, both in terms of facilities and events, for students to enjoy a quality life. Music and art UNT is widely recogni ...read more
  • International Admissions University of North Texas allows international students to apply simultaneously for undergraduate/graduate and IELI courses. Students planning to pursue either IELI courses or higher education progr ...read more
  • Scholarships UNT offers a host of exclusive scholarships/financial aids for international students. Short notes on some of these scholarships are given below: International Student TPEG All non-immigrant studen ...read more