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⭐ Aging and Longevity Studies
This document i ⭐ Aging and Longevity Studies
This document is an academic program guide from the University of Iowa outlining the full curriculum for the Aging and Longevity Studies program. It describes the structure, purpose, and range of courses available for students interested in gerontology—the scientific, social, psychological, and biological study of ageing.
The program is coordinated through the School of Social Work and offers both:
an Undergraduate Minor in Aging and Longevity Studies
a Graduate Certificate in Aging and Longevity Studies
The goal of the program is to prepare students for careers and research in fields that serve older adults and address issues of ageing, health, policy, caregiving, and end-of-life support.
⭐ What the Document Contains
The file mainly lists and describes all the courses offered in the Aging and Longevity Studies program. These courses span multiple disciplines—biology, psychology, social work, anthropology, nursing, recreation, politics, global health, and medicine—reflecting how ageing impacts every part of society.
Below is an overview of the main areas covered:
⭐ 1. Foundational Courses
These courses introduce the scientific, psychological, and social dimensions of ageing:
Aging Matters: Introduction to Gerontology — broad overview of biological, cognitive, and social ageing.
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First-Year Seminar — introductory discussions on ageing topics.
⭐ 2. Creativity, Anthropology, and Cultural Perspectives
Courses explore ageing from artistic and cultural angles:
Creativity for a Lifetime — understanding creativity in older adulthood.
Anthropology of Aging — cross-cultural study of ageing, kinship, health, and religion.
Anthropology of Caregiving and Health — how caregiving works across cultures.
⭐ 3. Health, Physiology, and Biological Ageing
These courses focus on the biological and medical aspects of ageing:
Health and Aging — biological development across the lifespan.
Physiology of Aging — effects of ageing on cells, tissues, and organ systems.
Physical Activity and Recreation for Aging Populations — designing exercise programs for older adults.
⭐ 4. Psychology of Aging
A deep look at mental and cognitive changes later in life:
cognitive function
emotional wellbeing
social relationships
age-related psychological adaptations
⭐ 5. Policy, Politics, and Social Systems of Aging
Courses study how ageing interacts with public policy and government systems:
Politics of Aging — demographic change, federal and state policies, political participation of older adults.
Medicare and Medicaid Policy — health systems that support Americans aged 65+.
⭐ 6. End-of-Life and Ethical Care
A group of courses focused on late-life decisions, ethics, and family support:
Hard Cases in Healthcare at the End of Life
End-of-Life Care for Adults and Families
Death/Dying: Issues Across the Life Span
These classes prepare students for ethical, compassionate work with older adults and families facing death and declining health.
⭐ 7. Global and Cross-National Aging
These courses explore how population ageing affects the world:
Global Aging ,WHO and United Nations frameworks, demographic trends across countries.
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⭐ 8. Professional Development & Internship
The program includes hands-on experience and advanced seminars:
Aging Studies Internship and Seminar practical work with older adults.
Graduate Gerontology Capstone research, ethics, professional preparation in ageing careers.
⭐ Overall Meaning of the Document
The document serves as a comprehensive guide to all coursework in the Aging and Longevity Studies program. It shows that ageing is a rich, interdisciplinary field involving:
>biology
>health sciences
>psychology
>anthropology
>social work
>public policy
>global perspectives
Students in this program gain a holistic understanding of how ageing affects individuals, families, healthcare systems, and society as a whole.... |