Isolde Spies

Kinesiologist, specialised in elderly movement programmes | Parttime V&A student

Interested and intrigued by the hallmarks of ageing is what initially attracted me to the Master's in Vitality and Ageing. Leiden University follows an interactive and physical approach between student and study subjects, and create snapshot experiences of ageing including weekly student collaboration.

I have personally followed a hands-on-approach in my career, therefore this Master's felt like a perfect fit. The possibility of following a parttime Master's has provided me with an opportunity to continue earning a living whilst improving my academic knowledge. The hybrid format and asynchronous lecture material makes it possible to easily follow from Canada, while still ensuring interaction and constructive collaboration with multi-professional fellow students. 

It is evident that this degree will enable me to make positive changes to my methodology and approach when working with older clients as a kinesiologist/exercise physiologist which allows me to support and serve my active elderly community better. In addition, the university regularly shares exciting opportunities in the field of Gerontology.

So far I have thoroughly enjoyed being a parttime Master's student in Vitality and Ageing here at Leiden University.

Jenny C Araque Cancar

Case manager in a General Practice | Parttime V&A student

Hello there! I’m Jenny. I’m one of the parttime students of the Master's Vitality and Ageing in the LUMC. For me it is a great experience and I feel very happy to be a part of this high-education programme. It allows me to do everything on my own time and pace, and I can study while working as well!

Ilias Spiridon

BSc Psychology, currently working with children and adults with learning problems | Parttime V&A student

If I were to choose, I would definitely attend this Master’s course again! What I like most is the personalised approach of this course. The interaction with our tutors is professional but it involves a personal element. The parttime programme offers me the opportunity to work and study at the same time. Attending this Master's fully online does not feel that I am missing out on something, on the contrary it has been a very positive and rewarding experience!