The Master of Medicine (MMed) – Geriatric Medicine is a research-oriented postgraduate professional programme designed to provide advanced academic knowledge, clinical competence, and evidence-based expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term management of health conditions affecting older adults. The programme prepares healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive, patient-centred care that promotes healthy ageing, functional independence, quality of life, and holistic wellbeing through multidisciplinary collaboration and scientific research.
The curriculum integrates advanced theoretical learning, geriatric medicine, ageing physiology, chronic disease management, rehabilitation, palliative care, dementia care, pharmacology, preventive medicine, diagnostic sciences, evidence-based medicine, and independent scholarly research. Students develop advanced competencies in managing complex medical conditions commonly encountered in older adults while addressing physical, cognitive, psychological, functional, nutritional, and social aspects of ageing.
The programme emphasizes comprehensive geriatric assessment, frailty, falls prevention, multimorbidity, polypharmacy, cognitive disorders, osteoporosis, rehabilitation, end-of-life care, healthy ageing, healthcare quality improvement, and integrated multidisciplinary care. Candidates strengthen their clinical reasoning, ethical decision-making, professional communication, leadership skills, and commitment to lifelong learning while improving health outcomes for ageing populations.
Research forms an integral component of the programme. Under the supervision of experienced academic advisers, candidates undertake independent research that contributes to advancements in geriatric medicine, healthy ageing, chronic disease management, dementia care, rehabilitation, healthcare quality improvement, and evidence-based clinical practice. Graduates are prepared for careers in hospitals, geriatric care centres, rehabilitation facilities, aged care services, universities, research institutions, public health organizations, and healthcare leadership.
The Master of Medicine (MMed) – Geriatric Medicine reflects IIHSR Medical Research Center's commitment to advancing healthcare for older adults through academic excellence, clinical scholarship, scientific research, professional integrity, and lifelong learning.
Academic Structure
A Competency-Based Medical Education Framework
The Master of Medicine (MMed) – Geriatric Medicine programme at IIHSR European University is delivered through a comprehensive three-division academic framework integrating postgraduate academic study, clinical practice recognition, and professional competency assessment. The programme develops healthcare professionals capable of delivering evidence-based geriatric care while promoting excellence in healthy ageing, chronic disease management, rehabilitation, research, and academic leadership.
Division I – Research & Academic Study
The first academic division focuses on advanced postgraduate education, evidence-based geriatric medicine, and independent scientific research.
Students undertake:
- Research-based learning
- Literature review
- Evidence-based geriatric medicine
- Clinical case analysis
- Independent dissertation/thesis
- Scientific writing
- Critical appraisal of geriatric medicine literature
- Academic presentations
Candidates receive guidance from Academic Advisers and Research Supervisors throughout the programme.
Research Thesis
Candidates complete an original research thesis in an approved area of Geriatric Medicine.
Research areas may include:
- Healthy Ageing
- Frailty
- Dementia Care
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Falls Prevention
- Polypharmacy
- Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Palliative Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Community Geriatric Care
- Healthcare Quality Improvement
- Ageing and Public Health
Research Guidelines
- Research Thesis: 30–60 Pages (or as specified by the programme)
- Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) or PDF
- Times New Roman (or equivalent), Size 12
- APA or Vancouver Referencing Style
- Evaluated by the Academic Council
Division II – Clinical Practice Recognition
The second academic division evaluates professional clinical competency in Geriatric Medicine.
The University recognizes that many applicants are qualified medical practitioners with substantial experience in internal medicine, family medicine, community medicine, rehabilitation, aged care, or related healthcare fields.
Candidates may satisfy the clinical requirement through previous professional clinical experience or current supervised clinical placement.
Clinical Practice Duration
Minimum Requirement: Three (3) Months
There is no maximum duration.
Professional geriatric medicine experience is fully recognized.
Option A – Previous Professional Clinical Experience
Candidates may submit documentation demonstrating at least three consecutive months of previous geriatric or medical clinical practice.
Acceptable evidence includes:
- Employment Verification
- Hospital or Aged Care Facility Certificate
- Supervisor Statement
- Professional Declaration
- Clinical Logbook
- Clinical Practice Report (CPR)
- Supporting Documentation
Option B – Current Supervised Clinical Practice
Clinical practice may be completed locally in:
- Geriatric Medicine Departments
- General Hospitals
- Rehabilitation Centres
- Aged Care Facilities
- Community Health Centres
- Long-Term Care Institutions
- Approved Medical Institutions
Clinical practice is completed under the supervision of an appropriately qualified geriatric physician or medical practitioner.
Clinical Practice Assessment
Candidates are evaluated on:
- Clinical competency
- Comprehensive geriatric assessment
- Clinical decision making
- Chronic disease management
- Professional ethics
- Communication skills
- Clinical documentation
- Multidisciplinary patient care
- Professional conduct
Following successful review, the Medical Division issues a Clinical Practice Recognition Letter confirming that the candidate has satisfied the University's clinical practice requirements.
Division III – Final Medical Eligibility Evaluation
The third academic division represents the University's final professional academic assessment.
The Medical Division conducts a comprehensive review of:
- Research Thesis
- Clinical Practice Report
- Professional Qualifications
- Academic Records
- Clinical Competency Documentation
- Professional Experience
- Ethical and Professional Standards
- Programme Learning Outcomes
Medical Eligibility Review
The Academic Council evaluates whether candidates have demonstrated:
- Advanced knowledge of Geriatric Medicine
- Evidence-based clinical practice
- Comprehensive geriatric care
- Professional competency
- Ethical medical practice
- Patient-centred elderly care
- Research capability
- Lifelong professional development
Candidates who successfully satisfy all programme requirements receive an official Academic Council Medical Eligibility Recommendation.
Graduation Pathway
- Admission and Academic Assessment
- Research Study and Academic Learning
- Research Thesis Preparation
- Submission of Research Thesis
- Academic Council Research Evaluation
- Clinical Practice Recognition
- Final Medical Eligibility Evaluation
- Academic Council Recommendation
- Degree Approval
- Graduation
Certification Process
Upon successful completion of the research programme and recognition of the required clinical practice, candidates become eligible for the Final Medical Eligibility Evaluation.
Following successful completion, the University issues:
- Master of Medicine (MMed) – Geriatric Medicine Degree Certificate
- Official Academic Transcript
- Research Evaluation Certificate (REC)
- Professional Evaluation Certificate (PEC)
- Academic Council Recommendation Letter
- Secure Digital Verification Documentation
All official academic documents are issued as secure, high-quality digital copies and delivered electronically via the candidate's registered email address.
Academic Support
Throughout the programme, students receive:
- Academic Adviser
- Research Supervisor
- Clinical Practice Guidance
- Thesis Review
- Research Methodology Support
- Academic Writing Assistance
- Student Support Services
International Recognition
The Master of Medicine (MMed) – Geriatric Medicine programme is designed to promote academic advancement, professional development, evidence-based geriatric care, healthy ageing, rehabilitation, and research excellence in accordance with internationally recognized postgraduate medical education principles.
Important Notice
The Master of Medicine (MMed) – Geriatric Medicine is an academic and research-based postgraduate degree designed to advance knowledge in geriatric medicine, healthy ageing, chronic disease management, rehabilitation, aged care, and clinical research.
Award of this academic degree does not, by itself, confer the legal right to practise medicine, independently provide specialist geriatric services, or engage in any regulated healthcare profession. Graduates must comply with the licensing, registration, specialist training, internship, examination, and professional practice requirements established by the relevant medical councils, geriatric medicine boards, licensing authorities, and government regulators in the jurisdiction where they intend to practise.
This three-division academic framework is intended to ensure that graduates demonstrate advanced academic scholarship, documented clinical competence, research excellence, and professional readiness while respecting the regulatory standards governing medical practice and geriatric healthcare in different countries.
