SY 4320 - Population & Society

Institution:

SUNY College at Old Westbury

Subject:

Sociology

Description:

The aim of the course is to provide a cross-cultural perspective on major population issues and problems. It involves an examination of national and world population, trends and patterns, and their social, economic, and political implications. It will provide an introduction to major methods of demographic analysis and major components of population growth. A major emphasis is on the determinants and consequences of fertility, mortality and migration from a cross-cultural perspective with specific reference to countries in Europe, Canada, Latin American, Asia, and Africa. The various population policies and their consequences are also considered. Offered every year. Prerequisite: EMS

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.oldwestbury.edu

Phone Number:

(516) 876-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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