Global Ageing and Policy PG Certificate (Distance Learning)
University of SouthamptonGlobal Ageing and Policy PG Certificate (Distance Learning) PgCert is a postgraduate degree at University of Southampton, based in Southampton, taught distance learning (part-time) over 2 years.
About this course
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 Certificate in Global Ageing and Policy (DL) is made up of 3 taught modules and 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.
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: PgCert
Location: Southampton
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: PgCert
Location: Southampton
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
- Study Mode
- Distance learning (part-time)
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Southampton
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Sociology
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ