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Minor in Gerontology

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A minor is a group of approved courses (usually 10) in a secondary area of study that will be recognized on your degree.

If you’re interested in the aging process and the unique health issues faced by older adults, consider the Minor in Gerontology. You’ll investigate topics such as long-term care, the physiological effects of aging, balance control, and exercise programming.

This Minor is available to students in any four-year program at Waterloo. Refer to the Undergraduate Calendar for a full list of courses in this Minor.

An Option in Aging Studies is also available for students who would like to learn about some issues related to aging, but don’t want to complete the full Minor.

How do I apply?

If you are interested in pursuing the Minor in Gerontology you should apply to a 4-year program at Waterloo. At the end of your first year, you can declare the minor.

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