COURSE CURRICULUM

The Master’s program in Aging and Family Science at Mount Saint Vincent University requires successful completion of 5.0 units, including 4.0 units of required courses and 1.0 unit of electives. The required courses, totaling 4.0 units, include GAFS 6606 (0.5 unit), and students must select one course from GEPY 6608, GEDU 6107, or GAHN 6675 (0.5 unit) to suit their focus. Additional core courses include GAFS 6609 or GAFS 6612 (0.5 unit), GAFS 6613 (0.5 unit), GAFS 6633 (0.5 unit), and GAFS 6691, which is a comprehensive 1.5-unit capstone or research course designed to integrate learning and research skills. Electives account for 1.0 unit, with students required to select 0.5 unit from a range of specialized courses such as GAFS 6610, 6611, 6614, 6616, 6644, 6650, 6658, or 6735, allowing for customization based on research interests and career goals. The remaining 0.5 unit may be chosen from any graduate-level course, providing flexibility to broaden knowledge or complement the chosen focus area. Together, these courses provide a balance of theoretical foundations, applied research, and specialized study, preparing students for advanced careers in family services, aging studies, policy development, or leadership roles in community, healthcare, and government sectors.