Programme Code
One-Year Full-time/ A1M145
Programme Leader
Professor JIANG Da
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Please note that this programme (to be offered in the 2027/28 academic year) is subject to the University's approval and details of the programme may be subject to changes. Prospective students are advised to check back on this page for updates. |
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Introduction
The Master of Arts in Healthy Ageing and Silver Economy programme aims to equip students with interdisciplinary knowledge and practical competencies to address the challenges and opportunities arising from rapid population ageing in a global context. Grounded in the concepts of healthy ageing and the silver economy, the programme seeks to prepare professionals who can enhance the well-being, participation, and productivity of older adults while contributing to sustainable economic and social development.
Specifically, the programme integrates perspectives from gerontology, public health, psychology, social policy, economics, service design, and business innovation to enable students to understand ageing not merely as a social challenge, but as a driver of innovation and opportunity. Through a balanced combination of theoretical foundations, applied research methods, and practice-oriented learning, students will be trained to design, evaluate, and implement age-friendly policies, services, products, and community initiatives.
The programme also aims to cultivate ethical responsibility, social sensitivity, and innovative thinking among students, enabling them to respond to diverse ageing contexts across cultural, regional, and international settings. Graduates of the programme will be well-positioned to contribute to policy development, service management, social innovation, and industry practices related to healthy ageing and the silver economy.
Target Participants
The proposed programme is designed for a diverse range of participants who are interested in addressing the challenges and opportunities arising from population ageing, including professionals working in healthcare, social services, business, and community development. Target participants of the programme are:
- Professionals in healthcare and social services, including geriatric care managers, community service coordinators, and social workers, who seek to deepen their understanding of healthy ageing and develop innovative approaches to supporting older adults.
- Business and industry professionals, including entrepreneurs, product developers, and marketing specialists, who are interested in tapping into the silver economy and creating age-friendly products, services, and business models.
- Policymakers and public administrators involved in ageing-related policy development, urban planning, and community development who wish to design and implement age-friendly policies and initiatives.
- Managers and frontline staff of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and community organisations that provide services to older adults and seek to enhance their programmes with evidence-based healthy ageing principles.
- Individuals interested in pursuing careers in ageing-related fields, including recent graduates and career switchers who wish to equip themselves with interdisciplinary knowledge to contribute to the well-being of ageing populations.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes
- Synthesise interdisciplinary theories, policy contexts, and practical applications of healthy ageing and the silver economy to inform professional judgement in complex and/or unpredictable contexts.
- Apply relevant theories, research findings, and professional knowledge to design and evaluate age-friendly services, community initiatives, and market-oriented solutions that promote well-being and social participation among older adults.
- Critically evaluate ageing-related research, policies, and practices using appropriate research methods and evidence-based approaches.
- Develop innovative, ethical, and culturally responsive strategies to address the challenges and opportunities of ageing populations in local, regional, and global contexts.
Programme Structure
The Master of Arts in Healthy Ageing and Silver Economy programme is a 24-credit-point (cps) programme comprising five core courses and three elective courses. Each course carries three cps.
| Course Title | Cps |
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| Core Courses (15 cps), 5 courses | |
| The Silver Economy: Markets, Models, and Innovation | 3 |
| Healthy Ageing: Physical and Cognitive Health and Well-being Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| Healthy Ageing: Mental Health and Well-being Across the Lifespan | 3 |
| Research Methods | 3 |
| Management and Design of Age-Friendly Services & Communities | 3 |
| Elective Courses (9 cps) Choose any 3 out of the following 7 courses | |
| Capstone Project | 3 |
| Strategic Marketing Communication and Brand Management | 3 |
| Public Relations Strategies in the Digital Age | 3 |
| Mindfulness in Values and Life Education | 3 |
| Mindfulness, Well-Being and Meaning in Life | 3 |
| Multimedia Production | 3 |
| Business Journalism and Branding on Social Media | 3 |
Disclaimer
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Medium of Instruction
Chinese (mainly Putonghua)
Tuition Fees
$180,000 per annum (24 credit points)
Fees subject to adjustment. The University reserves the right to make changes to tuition fee without prior notice. Tuition fees paid are normally not refundable or transferable. Extension fees will be charged to students who have to extend their studies beyond the normative period of study.
General Admission Requirements
- Applicants should normally hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably with relevant working experience. Applicants who are new graduates and have excellent academic performance may also be considered.