Overview
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Tuition pattern
Aims
The topic perspective is not tied specifically to the examination of the demography of one particular region but and it looks at population trends in both developed countries and less developed countries. The tutorial discussions focus on demographic issues of particular relevance to present day Australia. After discussing the general nature of the subject and the sources of population data, various theories of population change are introduced. This is followed by discussions of selected aspects of the three components of population change (fertility, mortality, and migration) including the ways in which these basic demographic attributes are measured. Other aspects of population, namely marriage, urbanisation and population policy issues of particular relevance to Australia, are also introduced. Students are encouraged during the topic to evaluate how population dynamics impacts on the economy, and on issues relevant to environmental management and social and welfare issues.
Learning outcomes
Assessments
Current students should refer to FLO for detailed assessment information, including due dates. Assessment information is accurate at the time of publishing.
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