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Advance your professional practice to improve the lives of older people and gain specialist clinical and leadership skills. This course takes a unique rehabilitation approach to developing policies and services for older people.

Save up to 75% on postgrad course fees when you commence in 2026

In 2026, the University of Wollongong is making postgraduate study more accessible. Eligible domestic students will benefit from up to 75% off course fees through either a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or a UOW subsidised fee reduction, supporting students to upskill and advance their careers.

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Courses

Master of Science (Leadership in Gerontology and Rehabilitation)

The Master of Science (Leadership in Gerontology and Rehabilitation) is designed to provide opportunities for clinicians working with older people or clients with rehabilitation needs. You will be able to critically review the health and wellbeing of older people, review social policy in aged care, and develop advocacy skills to work with users, carers and colleagues in the health, social care and voluntary sectors. The program differs from courses offered by other Australian universities in that it includes a rehabilitation approach to developing services for older people.

Course structure

You will study four core subjects (24 credit points):

  • Essential Skills for Health Researchers
  • Digital Innovations in Health
  • Health, Law and Ethics
  • Effective Leadership and Management in Health

Plus four core specialisation subjects (24 credit points): 

  • Mental Health in Older People
  • Rehabilitation: Concepts and Practice
  • Policy and Practice in the Care of Older People
  • Emotional Intelligence for Leaders

Plus one minor project (12 credit points) and two electives (6 credit points each) from a selected list.

View the Course Handbook for the complete course structure and learning outcomes

Entry requirements, key dates, and more

Graduate Certificate in Gerontology & Rehabilitation

The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies is a clinically-based program that prepares practitioners for advanced professional practice in the specialist aged care field. You will use work-based learning to enhance client care and service delivery in the multi-disciplinary environment.

Course structure

You will study one core subject

  • Essential Skills for Health Researchers, plus

Choose two subjects from the following list:

  • Emotional Intelligence for Leaders
  • Policy and Practice in the Care of Older People
  • Rehabilitation: Concepts and Practice
  • Mental Health in Older People

Plus one elective from the following list:

  • Health, Law and Ethics
  • Effective Leadership and Management in Health
  • Digital Innovations in Health

View the Course Handbook for the complete course structure and learning outcomes

Entry requirements, key dates, and more

Intakes, fees and study modes

Leadership and research skills gained in studying the UOW degrees in gerontology and rehabilitation prepares you for career progression into senior clinical, management, teaching, and research roles. With Commonwealth supported places available covering up to 75% of your fees, enjoy flexible and online study options.

Session Session Details
2026 Autumn

Commences: 2 March 2026
2026 Spring

Commences: 27 July 2026 

Graduate Certificate in Gerontology & Rehabilitation Studies

Campus Full Subsidised Course Fee*

Wollongong, UOW Online

$2,368 - $2,968 (2026)

Master of Science (Leadership in Gerontology & Rehabilitation)

Campus  Full Subsidised Course Fee*

Wollongong, UOW Online

$7,704 - $8,304 (2026)

Domestic students commencing in 2026 may be eligible for subsidised fees as listed above. To be eligible for a fee subsidy, you must meet the following criteria: Be a domestic student, i.e. an Australian or New Zealand citizen, a permanent resident of Australia or a permanent Australian Humanitarian visa holder. See subsidised postgraduate fees for full details. 

*Total indicative course tuition fees shown is for a Commonwealth supported place. These fees are based on normal course length and progression and are subject to change from year to year. For up to date information on course structure and fees, refer to the UOW Course Handbook.

The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology & Rehabilitation Studies and the Master of Science is available online via distance only.

UOW Online

UOW integrates online learning into nearly all subjects. However, when your course is offered through UOW Online, 100% of your course will be delivered online, including all tutorials, class discussions and submission of assessments. This delivery mode allows you to study from anywhere in the world with an internet connection.

Studying online still means you will be able to connect with our passionate lecturers and teachers and network with your classmates.

The course has been very useful for my career and even four years on, I use the skills learnt in my current Clinical Nurse Consultant role. The teacher’s knowledge and expertise were excellent and I always felt supported and respected as a student in my learning. I would not hesitate to recommend this course to anyone looking to further their career in aged care or rehabilitation nursing. Rachel Mikleus Master of Science (Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies)

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Advance your professional practice

UOW maintains strong links with industry bodies, such as the Local Health Districts, private Health providers and heath agencies to ensure programs are relevant to the latest industry developments. 

Our courses are taught by professionals who are world-leading experts and experienced practitioners/clinicians so the skills and knowledge you acquire can be applied to real-world challenges today and in the future. Our professional health degrees are highly respected and valued by industry.

 

Our multidisciplinary programs are designed to enable you to gain a postgraduate qualification while maintaining a full-time or part-time career and balance family commitments. We provide a dynamic environment for teaching, learning and research and aim to achieve standards of excellence in professional preparation for those wishing to enter the nursing profession and in continuing education or existing clinicians. Close links with service providers ensure programs meet the needs of healthcare providers and the populations they serve.

Choose to study online, or face-to-face: These courses are fully online, using best practice in technology-enhanced learning meaning you can study from any location at your own pace. Many students maintain full-time or part-time careers in healthcare while undertaking these courses. Students report being part of a collaborative online community that supports their learning journey. Face-to-face classes are optional for those interested in working with lecturers and colleagues on campus.

These courses are designed to prepare your for leadership roles in the health care system.

  • Graduates are able to critically review the health and well-being of individuals living with dementia, review social policy in dementia care, and develop advocacy skills to work with users, carers and colleagues in the health, social care and voluntary sectors. The program differs from courses offered by other Australian universities in that it is underpinned by a rehabilitation approach to dementia care.
  • The Master of Science (Leadership in Gerontology and Rehabilitation) was redesigned to reflect contemporary policy, practice and education in aged care services. Experience online work-based learning with guidance from a team who combine clinical practice with research expertise.

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In 2026, eligible domestic students will benefit from up to 75% off course fees through either a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) or a UOW subsidised fee reduction, supporting students to upskill and advance their careers.

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