Global Ageing and Policy (Distance Learning) - PGDip
University of Southampton
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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 ...Read more

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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69/91
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17th
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Ludovica
16 Feb 26

Good structure of the gerontology course, with highly qualified professors More safety..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
02 Mar 23

It is over expected to study Gerontology in Highfield campus. Department of gerontology provide each module with heart for each student from over the world. It is very impressive..Read more

Entry requirements

You'll need a 2.1 bachelor's degree. Applicants without formal qualifications but relevant work experience may be considered on a case by case basis.

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£18,800 per year

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Ludovica
16 Feb 26
Gerontology MSc
Good structure of the gerontology course, with highly qualified professors More safety...
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SR
Student Reviewer
02 Mar 23
Gerontology MSc
It is over expected to study Gerontology in Highfield campus. Department of gerontology provide each module with heart for each student from over the world. It is very impressive...
Read more
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