Perspectives in Gerontology (DL)

Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

• Identify and locate relevant literature through the use of University resources.
• Use skills in summarising and critically discussing literature, and also your written communication skills developed through the preparation of assessed coursework.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of key disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives in the study of ageing and life course.
• Summarise key aspects of population ageing, for example relating to its determinants and/or its implications for social and economic resources across the life course and in later life.

The module will include lectures on introduction to the study of Gerontology, addressing theoretical frameworks, social dynamics over the life course including inter-generational relations and family support and healthcare aspects, providing students with a comprehensive overview of the subject.

The module involves lectures and guest lectures from different disciplines. Learning activities include lectures, online tutorials and independent study. Students are expected to carry out some reading in advance of each session, in order to be able to participate in discussions.

Module communication: Students are welcome to contact module convenors and lecturers by email.

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.