Ageing and Society: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective (GER301)

GER301 Ageing and Society: A Multi-Disciplinary Perspective is a compulsory course designed to highlight the new paradigm for ageing. In the golden age of ageing, the student can learn a wide range of subjects beyond the previous thought of ageing as an immutable biological process. These topics include integrated care support and services, re-definition of roles of older adults, policy issues and economic implications. It will take a practical and experiential learning approach where students can learn cases outside of the classroom to appreciate the different perspectives.

• Global ageing landscape and issues
• Ageing and its impact in the society
• Ageing, Families and Gender
• Multi-disciplinary perspectives of ageing
• Life-span theories and concepts
• Health and well-being in ageing
• Technology development and ageing
• Opportunities in the Longevity economy
• Care for the aged
• Quality of Life among older adults
• Financial preparation and aged care
• Future of care for older adults

• Apply the life-span concept through a multi-disciplinary perspective.
• Show how longevity economy transforms the society and economic activity.
• Indicate the perspective and narrative of subject areas on ageing which is an interplay of disciplines including aspects of biological, health, policy, satisfaction, respect and dignity.
• Analyse and compare the latest developments in the policy and practices in coping with the new trends of gerontology from the different disciplines.
• Critique the theories, concepts and issues concerning challenges and issues resulting from the new longevity economy.
• Develop appropriate strategies to improve quality of life among older adults in the society.