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Global Ageing and Policy PG Diploma (Distance Learning) University of Southampton

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PG Dip On-Campus Part-time 2 years find out find out find out
PG Dip On-Campus Full-time 1 years find out find out find out

Course overview

Our Global Ageing and Policy (Distance Learning) programme introduces students to the study of ageing over the life course, focusing particularly on the principles of policy evaluation in ageing societies, and on the opportunities and challenges associated with ageing in specific regions of the world, including China, South-east Asia and sub-Saharan Africa.

The PG Diploma in Global Ageing and Policy (DL) is made up of 6 taught modules and is designed to provide a multidisciplinary introduction to gerontology and policy evaluation to busy mid-career professionals, new entrants to the University and the social sciences, or returners to education who wish to pursue the subject area. Students who successfully complete this qualification are welcome to continue their studies with us.


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