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TERVAL2 Social Context of Ageing 5 ECTS
Periods
Period I Period II Period III Period IV
Language of instruction
English
Type or level of studies
Advanced studies
Course unit descriptions in the curriculum
Degree Programme in Health Sciences
Public Health
School of Health Sciences

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course the student
- has acquired substantial knowledge about foundations, history and mainstream theories of social gerontology
- understands the function of social networks in ageing adults
- has practised critical thinking and scientific reasoning
- can debate on different viewpoints and defend scientific arguments
- is able to apply scientific knowledge to societal practice

Enrolment for University Studies

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Teachers

Tapio Kirsi, Teacher responsible
tapio.kirsi[ät]uta.fi

Teaching

6-Nov-2014 – 11-Dec-2014
Group work
Group works, T-building
Thu 6-Nov-2014 at 12-14, Group room 2
Thu 13-Nov-2014 at 12-14, Group room 2
Thu 27-Nov-2014 at 12-14, Group room 2
Thu 11-Dec-2014 at 12-14, Group room 2

Further information

The course is based on recorded lectures given by a Dutch exchange researcher Marja Aartsen in spring term 2010. The course contains watching six recorded lectures opened for the students in Moodle and four workshop sessions where the core themes of the lectures will be discussed and assignments given to students unpacked .
The workshop sessions will be held on Thursdays at 12-14 o'clock on 6, 13 and 27 November and 11 December 2014. The venue will be announced later. 

School of Health Sciences
The Course is part of the following teaching schedule
School of Health Sciences
Master's Degree Programme in Health Sciences 2013-2015