What will I learn?

The Master of Dementia offers a research-enabled, cross-disciplinary understanding of dementia and its impact on individuals, societies and governments. Graduates will possess a range of knowledge and perspectives, and deep insights to the nature and quality of evidence which underpins them, to inform their professional and personal support for the needs of people with dementia. Experience in critical appraisal and design of research allows graduates to choose the best information and evidence, or to design research where the evidence is lacking. As expectations increase around person-centred care, and decision making informed by a deep knowledge of dementia, a variety of leadership and design opportunities may become available for those with postgraduate qualifications in dementia.

Which department am I in?

Wicking Dementia Research andEducation Centre

Study options

Online/Distance (1.5 Years)

Tuition fees

A$15,504.00 (8,62,052) per year

Accomodation (Hobart-Hytten Hall) -$314-$391 per week.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

July 2027

Online/Distance (1.5 Years)

Tuition fees

A$15,504.00 (8,62,052) per year

Accomodation (Hobart-Hytten Hall) -$314-$391 per week.

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2027

Entry requirements

For international students

Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania require qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree. Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer. A bachelor degree in a health discipline, social work or psychology (AQF7/equivalent from a recognised institution). A bachelor degree (AQF7 equivalent) in another field, PLUS EITHER a year of full time (equivalent) work experience in dementia/aged care, neurobiology, heath systems/services or public health, OR successful prior completion of four units from the Diploma of Dementia Care (M1D). We recommend that candidates complete the Understanding Dementia MOOC prior to enrolment, if their previous degree is not related to dementia.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.