Understand how changing demographics affect urban development
The demographic of the world’s population is changing. By 2050, it is estimated that older people will make up 16% of the global population, rising from just 6% in 1990.
With many older people living in urban areas, we must develop age-ready cities that are both inclusive and equitable.
On this five-week course from RMIT University, you’ll understand what age-friendly cities entail as you explore the challenges of the ageing population in Europe and the implications this has on our urban spaces.
With this knowledge, you’ll learn to identify transport system changes that can support user-centric design to meet the needs of older people.
Explore transport and urban planning for accessibility and mobility
You’ll develop your knowledge of transport and urban planning to understand how it can be used to help aid accessibility and mobility for an ageing population.
Next, you’ll delve into travel patterns and behaviours, as well as age-friendly community plans, to ensure you are meeting the needs of older people.
Learn how to implement a user-centric design
To further understand your demographic, you’ll delve into the health, wellbeing, safety, and security considerations for older people.
You’ll unpack the concept of user-centric design and how the built environment can either act as a barrier or enabler for this.
Understand the role of urban mobility in creating age-friendly cities
Finally, you’ll delve into the frameworks, standards, and regulations for age-friendly cities as set out by WHO.
With this understanding, you’ll be able to identify the indicators of a healthy and age-friendly city and be able to make mobility inclusive and accessible for an ageing population.
This course is designed for those interested in or working in sustainable urban development and planning.
