Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
It is possible to start a PhD degree at any point in the year at most academic Schools, subject to agreement with the supervisor.
Language
English
English requirements
Duolingo English Test: The Duolingo English Test is a convenient, fast, and affordable English proficiency test trusted by top universities around the world. Take it online in just one hour—anywhere, any time. Scores are reported out of 160 in 5 point increments. Requirement: 130
PTE Academic: PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. Requirement: 72
IELTS: The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). Requirement: 7
Credits
360 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Bangor, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Cognitive Science, Gerontology
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Overview
The aim of the research centre is to develop research that seeks to understand dementia and ageing within a family and network context with attention to the complexities of social, psychological as well as cultural aspects. It includes research across a range of settings, including the community, acute hospital care and care home settings.
‘Ageing & Dementia@Bangor’/DSDC also benefits from being part of the distinctive range of multidisciplinary expertise within the Bangor Institute of Health and Medical Research (BIHMR) that will support students on the programme. As part of the research centre there is a vibrant group of postgraduate research projects examining a wide range of areas linked to ageing and dementia, ranging from developing compassionate dementia care in healthcare practice, to exploring how best to improve discharge from hospital into care homes. Visit the programme website for more information.
Research Opportunities
‘Ageing & Dementia@Bangor’/DSDC and the Bangor Institute of Health and Medical Research (BIHMR) have partnership arrangements with a range of health and social care organisations, including the NHS, Local Authorities and Housing Associations. This enables postgraduate researchers to establish links within an applied context. Learn more with the The PhD Ageing and Dementia Studies programme at Bangor University.
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Programme Structure
Research Thesis
Students will be able to choose a relevant area of inquiry that is consistent with the research themes at DSDC/Ageing & Dementia@bangor and that addresses their professional or organisational goals. Agreement on the research question will require discussion with the supervisory team.
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
The assessment will focus on the completion of a thesis consisting of up to 100, 000 word that will require a viva voce. The thesis may be completed as either a substantive narrative or ‘four-paper’ format. The ‘narrative model’ presents a traditional format of chaptered thesis which reflects the selected approach broadly consisting of literature review, methodology, study design, findings or results, synthesis and discussion chapters.
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Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Lower Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test: 130
PTE Academic: 72
IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Successful completion of Bachelor degree (Min 2:2).
- A candidate may be considered for acceptance provided that they have relevant work experience and have strong references and personal statement. Usually, under such circumstances, the candidate would be invited for an interview where circumstances allowed (e.g. face-to-face, Skype, telephone).
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Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International (Non-residents): 40,000 AUD / year (approx. 21,000 GBP / year)
Domestic (Citizens or residents): 9,535 AUD / year (approx. 5,006 GBP / year)
Additional Details
Part-time Postgraduate Research tuition fee is 50% of the full-time Postgraduate Research tuition fee per annum
Living costs
Bangor, United Kingdom: 1,257-2,171 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Alumni scholarship - Provided by university, Grant: 1000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based
- Snowdon Masters Scholarship - Provided by university, Grant: 30000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Deans Scholarship - Provided by university, Grant: 6000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based
- International Scholarship - Provided by university, Grant: 4000 GBP, Deadline: Anytime, Merit-based
- Heads of School Scholarship - Provided by university, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research - Provided by university, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based
- Vice-Chancellor Postgraduate Research Scholarships - Provided by university, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Jul 2027, Merit-based
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026, U.S. government
- ServiceScape Scholarship - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026, ACES Education Fund
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based, OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
- Scholarships for PhD Students - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 19000 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, Merit-based, Junhua Li
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027, Merit-based, Boustany Foundation
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026, Merit-based, IvyPanda
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027, Voice Talent Online
- Women Scholarship for International Students - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 5000 USD, Deadline: 28 Aug 2026, Merit-based, educations.com
- The PhD Prep Fellowship - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 10000 USD, Deadline: 01 Sep 2026, Merit-based, Admit Lab
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 1000 USD, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027, Merit-based, Salvado Law
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 3000 USD, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Need-based, Anonymous Hope Fund
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 22500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified, UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: Various benefits, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026, Need-based, Leopold Figl Foundation
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified, IELTS from 6 to 9
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - Provided by Independent provider, Grant: 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027, The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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