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Simon Fraser University offers several comprehensive and innovative programs in Gerontology—the multidisciplinary study of physical, social, and psychological aspects of aging and older adults.
MINOR
DIPLOMA
Master
PhD
We are a community of faculty, researchers, and students looking at aging from an interdisciplinary perspective. Issues covered in courses and research include health & aging, aging & the built environment, technology & aging, and sociology. Read More →
The Department of Gerontology has a synergistic relationship with the Gerontology Research Centre that provides students with an enriched educational and training experience. Read More →
Anne Marie Barrett
Manager, Academic and Administrative Services geradmin@sfu.ca
Faculty contact details Here →
Upcoming Events
Important Dates
Jan 2 | Welcome Day
Jan 3 | First Day of Classes
Jan 31 | PBD Application Deadline for summer semester
Feb 8 | PBD Application Deadline for fall semester
Feb 18 | Family Day — No Classes
Feb 19–24 | Reading Break
Feb 28 | MA/PhD Application Deadline for fall semester
April 8 | Last Day of Classes
April 10–24 | Exams
Student Blog
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The significance of research in Aging! Kelly Y. Ng, BCom., MSc., Gerontology PBD Candidate The significance of research in Aging! The sun...
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The Long Way Round: My Journey to the GRC Joe Humphries (MA Student) I suppose I’ve never been one to take the road most travelled. When I...
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Happy #InternationalDayofOlderPersons from all of us at #sfugero! International Day of Older Persons
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