Students can tailor their program of study to meet their academic needs.
Biogerontology courses address the biological basis for aging. Age-related changes in organ, cellular, and genetic activities are covered as well as changes in anatomical structure and physiological function of the organism. This program of study is intended for students enrolled in a Ph.D. program at the UW-Madison and wishing to declare a minor in Aging Studies. The purpose of a minor is to give breadth to a Ph.D. major. The program is designed to fulfill the Ph.D. Option B minor requirement of the UW-Madison Graduate School.