Master’s Degree in Innovative Aging Studies

Explore Your Online Path in Aging

Healthcare. Families. Communities. Policy. Aging and longevity touch every part of our lives. And as researchers unlock new insights into lifespan extension and what it means to age well, the field is evolving faster than ever.

When you understand how we age, you can make sense of how those pieces fit together — and where your skills fit in.

The University of Florida’s online Master of Science in Innovative Aging Studies gives you the flexibility to build focused knowledge in aging without putting your career or personal life on hold.

This fully online, non-thesis program is designed for students who want to explore aging as more than just the physical process of getting older. You’ll examine aging as a biological, psychological, social and human experience while building expertise that can shape the next step in your career.

Inside the Program: What to Expect

This 30-credit master’s degree takes a holistic approach to aging. Rather than focusing on aging as a number, you’ll look at aging as a lived experience.

Throughout the program, you’ll explore how aging affects the body, the mind and the systems that support older adults. You’ll also build real-world skills you can apply immediately in healthcare, research, education and advocacy.

Here’s what sets our master’s degree apart:

• Fully online and asynchronous, built for busy schedules
• Coursework that blends science, health and human-centered perspectives
• A focus on aging as both a biological process and a social reality
• Designed for students pursuing roles in healthcare, research, education, wellness or public policy

By the time you graduate, you’ll have a deeper understanding of aging that complements your current role or next career move.

Learn Online — On Your Schedule

All courses are delivered online and asynchronously. That means you decide when and where learning happens.

As an online student, you’ll use UF’s Canvas learning platform to:

• Access readings and multimedia course materials
• Complete assignments and assessments
• Participate in discussion boards with classmates
• Engage with faculty who are active in aging research and education

You’ll be part of a supportive online learning environment that values flexibility while maintaining academic depth — the best of both worlds.

How Long Does the Program Take?

You can complete your degree in as little as one year.

Courses are offered in fall, spring and summer, and you can start in any semester. Whether you want to move quickly or take a more flexible pace, the program is built to adapt to your goals.

Why Study Innovative Aging at UF?

Aging is reshaping healthcare and society in meaningful ways. This program helps students think critically about aging while gaining insight into how care, research and support systems continue to evolve.

Throughout the program, you’ll explore topics like:

• How the human body changes over time
• Aging epidemiology and the biological and physiological aspects of aging
• Psychological, social and ethical considerations in aging
• Lifestyle interventions and evidence-based approaches to supporting older adults

This foundation prepares you for aging sciences careers in clinical settings, aging services, health policy or research or for doctoral study in gerontology or geroscience.