Program Overview

GER102 Gerontology Theory and Research

The aim of this subject is to provide an introduction to selected concepts and theories from biology, sociology, and psychology which have been applied to the study of ageing. The relevance to practice of a sound grounding in theoretical knowledge in gerontology and the multi-disciplinary nature of that knowledge are discussed. The subject provides an overview of research in gerontology and provides experiential learning in formulating a research proposal.

Subject Outlines

Subject Outlines and assessment tasks are updated each session.

Availability

This subject is available in:

• Session 2 (60)
• Online
• Albury-Wodonga Campus

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

• be able to demonstrate an understanding of biological theories of ageing
• be able to demonstrate an understanding of psychological theories of ageing
• be able to demonstrate an understanding of sociological theories of ageing
• be able to evaluate the contribution of different disciplines to an understanding of the ageing experience
• be able to describe the research process and basic research principles
• be able to outline several different approaches to research
• be able to formulate a research proposal

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:

• Orientation to the Subject (including Assignment Writing)
• Biological Aspects of Ageing
• Psychological Aspects of Ageing
• Sociological Aspects of Ageing
• Research Methods in Gerontology