Introduction to Gerontology Amsterdam, the Netherlands This module offers lectures on the history of gerontology, demography, methodology, and presents the basic concepts and theories of ageing and its modern European context. Course week: September 21-27, 2009 Psychogerontology Heidelberg, Germany The Psycho-gerontology module addresses basic concepts and theories within the psychology of ageing related to cognitive abilities, personality, adaptation and social integration. Course week: November 16-20, 2009 Social Gerontology Keele, UK "Policies and practices for an ageing population." The Social Gerontology module assesses the roles of health and social policy in structuring the lives of older people. Course week: January 11-15, 2010
Health Gerontology Paris, France This core module focuses on ageing, health and disease issues in public health, as well as on European care policies and services. Course week: March 22-27, 2010
EuMaG Summer School 2010, Jyväskylä, Finland This annual course is the last module of the first-year curriculum. Because of its integrative character and special programme, the course usually also attracts many additional participants who want to stay informed of the latest developments in international gerontology. Location of the course differs each year. Course week: June 14-19, 2010, Jyväskylä, Finland | |