The Gerontology Interdisciplinary Minor (GIM) is offered by the Department of Social Welfare in collaboration with the School of Medicine Division of Geriatrics and the School of Public Health. The minor utilizes UCLA’s professional schools and College resources to create an enhanced academic experience in aging, preparing students to contribute to a diverse aging society.
Interdisciplinary Foundation: Coursework drawn from Social Welfare, the School of Medicine Division of Geriatrics, and the School of Public Health.
Biopsychosocial Approach: Foundational understanding of the science of human aging across biological, psychological, and social dimensions.
Diversity in Aging: Examines aging across the life course and its impact on late-life outcomes for diverse populations.
Capstone Experience: Includes a research internship or community partnership to apply gerontology knowledge in real-world settings.
1 course, 5 units. Gerontology M108 / Social Welfare M108 / Public Affairs M130, completed with a grade of B or better.
4 courses, 16 units. Selected from Public Health, Psychology, and interdepartmental gerontology offerings.
2 courses, 8 units. GER 199 (Research Internship with Faculty) or GER 195 (Corporate or Community Partnership).
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