Bachelor of Social Gerontology

Bachelor of Social Gerontology at Alma Mater Europaea University

The Bachelor of Social Gerontology at Alma Mater Europaea University (AMEU) is a three-year, first-cycle professional undergraduate programme offered in Maribor, Ljubljana, and Koper, Slovenia. The programme consists of six semesters and carries 180 ECTS credits. Available in both full-time and part-time study formats, it provides interdisciplinary education focused on ageing, the needs of older adults, social inclusion, intergenerational relationships, and the organisation of social and healthcare support services. Students develop the knowledge and professional competencies required to understand the psychological, social, economic, and societal factors influencing quality of life in later adulthood.

Curriculum and Learning Outcomes

The programme integrates social gerontology, psychology, sociology, andragogy, healthcare, rehabilitation, and social management. Students explore population ageing, family relationships, intergenerational communication, health conditions, holistic rehabilitation, palliative care, organisational behaviour, and community support services. The curriculum also covers the legal, economic, and ethical aspects of ageing, alongside research methods, project management, and professional communication. Students develop analytical, organisational, and interpersonal skills to assess the needs of older adults and support their independence, well-being, and participation in society.

Practical Training and Professional Development

Practical training is included in all three years of the programme, with students completing 320 hours of supervised professional training. This consists of 40 hours in the first year, 120 hours in the second year, and 160 hours in the third year. Placements are organised by the university in institutions and professional environments supporting older adults. Students gain experience in understanding individual needs, coordinating support services, collaborating with healthcare and social care professionals, and applying theoretical knowledge in practical settings.

Flexible Study Structure

The programme offers full-time and part-time study with hybrid lecture attendance. Lectures may be attended in person, online through Zoom, or accessed as recordings through Moodle. Full-time students must attend at least 60% of lectures on site, while the remaining 40% may be completed remotely under the university’s attendance requirements. Part-time students have greater flexibility in lecture attendance. Practical classes and examinations are conducted in person, with compulsory practical-class attendance requirements.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue professional opportunities in residential care homes, social care institutions, social work centres, healthcare organisations, hospital nursing departments, health resorts, and therapeutic rehabilitation centres. Their interdisciplinary training supports roles involving older adult support, social inclusion, service coordination, community programmes, and intergenerational activities. Specific employment responsibilities depend on applicable regulations, professional qualifications, and employer requirements.

Tuition Fees and Accreditation

The supplied sources contain different tuition figures. The initial 2025/2026 programme summary lists €5,500 annually, while the detailed 2026/2027 programme information states that part-time tuition is €3,000 in the first year and €2,900 annually in the second and third years. Full-time study is listed as free of charge in the detailed information. The programme is accredited by Slovenia’s national higher education quality assurance agency, NAKVIS, and follows the Bologna first-cycle qualification framework.