Ageing and Society
Training Provider: Singapore University of Social Sciences
Course Reference: TGS-2024047348
S$1,461
About This Course
Discuss the major concepts, frameworks, models, and theories of the sociology of ageing
Examine sources of diversity in the ageing experience
Analyse the impact of social forces on older people
Apply course content to personal and vocational experiences as well as issues related to ageing and society
Evaluate arguments and explanations on ageing
Demonstrate skills in sociological thinking and written and spoken expression
What You'll Learn
Population ageing will be one of the primary social forces shaping our world in this century. SOC331 Ageing and Society aims to help students to gain a comprehensive understanding of ageing by adopting a sociological lens and integrating research from the fields of sociology, demography, economics, medical science, psychology, and public health. We will start with a careful examination of the demographic foundations of population aging, review the major perspectives, frameworks, and theories of ageing, then visit various aspects of ageing such as health, work, retirement, volunteering, family and social lives, and care.
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