The Psychology of Dementia Care – Distance Learning PgCert
University of St Andrews
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of The Psychology of Dementia Care – Distance Learning PgCert and other courses in French Studies at University of St Andrews for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in French Studies.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All French Studies courses of University of St Andrews
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Languages and Area Studies
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of French Studies at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £28000 | £26500 | £31000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £25000 - £30000 | £21000 - £33500 | £24500 - £40500 |
All Languages and Area Studies courses of University of St Andrews
Salary of all UK Graduates of Languages and Area Studies
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £25685 | £24230 | £28872 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22588 - £29552 | £19051 - £31226 | £21948 - £38644 |
All Languages and Area Studies courses in the UK
Course Description
The Postgraduate Certificate in The Psychology of Dementia Care focuses on the practical application of psychological theory in dementia care and is intended for professional care staff and management who provide services to people with dementia.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of The Psychology of Dementia Care – Distance Learning PgCert at University of St Andrews
| 25% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 15% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Engineering professionals |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
| 5% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
| 0% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for French Studies
All French Studies courses of University of St Andrews
- The School will accept one of the following as appropriate entry qualifications:
- A good 2.1 Honours undergraduate degree in a cognate discipline. - Accredited prior learning: a professional qualification in social work, nursing, occupational therapy or similar.
Costs
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
University Rankings
Positions of University of St Andrews in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of St Andrews in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 14 May, 2024]
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- #3
- #92
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- Psychology
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
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- #3
- #101
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- Psychology
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 10 April, 2024]
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- #201
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- Psychology
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GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
[Published 27 October, 2023]
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- #4
- #401
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- Psychology
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URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
[Published 22 July, 2023]
See all 37 university rankings of University of St Andrews
About University of St Andrews
The University of St Andrews is located in the historic county of Fife, Scotland. Teaching at this institution began in the year of 1410, making it one of the oldest universities not just in Scotland, but also in the English-speaking world. St Andrews has repeatedly been ranked among the top universities in the United Kingdom by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, ensuring prospective students that they can expect an experience that satisfies their desire to learn and excel.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 14 May, 2024
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 10 April, 2024
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
ShanghaiRanking Consultancy
- Published:
- 27 October, 2023
Urap
- Published:
- 22 July, 2023