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Ageing in Low & Middle Income Countries (POPH90269)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5Not available in 2017
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Low and middle-income nations generally are rapidly transitioning epidemiologically to longer life expectancies and greater proportions of elderly among populations. In these settings, within society and the family, the aged commonly hold high regard and status. At the same time, as people live longer, greater pressure is placed on constrained state and family finances and health systems, particularly due to increased prevalence of non-communicable diseases. This subject examines and builds skills to effectively respond to the complex interplay of ageing, family, society and health in low and middle-income countries.
Intended learning outcomes
By the end of this subject students will be able to:
- Articulate the shifting influences of family and society on ageing populations in development settings
- Critically analyse policy relevant to older citizens in low and middle income countries
- Explore responses to ageing-related health conditions in development contexts, e.g. non-communicable diseases, mental health and disability
- Assess health systems impacting aged citizens in low and middle income countries
- Reflect on the lived experiences and agency of the aged in development settings
Generic skills
Students will be provided with the opportunity to practise and reinforce:
- High-level skills in critical thinking and analysis
- Advanced written communication skills
- The ability to connect theoretical concepts to everyday practice
- Competency in sourcing, assessing and applying evidence
Last updated: 3 November 2022