The course aims to understand the knowledge of international demographic contexts for the purpose of assessing the impact of demographic change on the socio-economic system with particular attention to the structure of the population in future dynamics. The importance of migratory phenomena is also analyzed.
The primary objective of the course is to provide students with an overview of the main demographic processes taking place worldwide, with particular emphasis on migration phenomena.
Expected Learning Outcomes
Knowledge and Understanding Students will acquire a solid knowledge of the fundamental tools of demographic analysis and the ability to interpret ongoing demographic changes.
Applying Knowledge and Understanding Students will develop the ability to appropriately select demographic indicators and apply them in other fields of study such as economics, sociology, political science, and related disciplines.
Making Judgements Students will gain the ability to critically evaluate the quality of data available online, particularly in terms of whether the data collection and analysis meet the quality standards of official statistics. They will also be able to assess the methodological soundness of online materials and reports.
Communication Skills Students will acquire the fundamental statistical vocabulary necessary to communicate clearly and unambiguously with both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
Learning Skills Thanks to the skills and knowledge acquired, students will be able to independently pursue further studies on the implications of demographic change in their specific areas of interest.
Traditional in presence lessons.
De Rose A., Rosina A. (2022). Introduzione alla demografia, Egea (cap. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8). Livi Bacci M. (2019). In cammino. Breve storia delle migrazioni. Il Mulino Koser K. (2009). Le migrazioni internazionali. Il Mulino
Other titles and additional materials may be indicated during the course. Students are invited to regularly check the course page on Aulaweb for updates and announcements. International students may contact the instructor to request reading materials in English.
Ricevimento: Office hours are usually Wednesdays from 4.30 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. on Teams. If a meeting in presence is requested, the teacher's studio is located on the 5th floor of the West Tower of the Albergo dei Poveri's teaching centre. The students of the Department of Economics can arrange a reception by appointment.
ENRICO DI BELLA (President)
1st semester
The timetable for this course is available here: EasyAcademy
The exam consists of a written part on Part 1 of the syllabus, including open-ended questions and exercises, and an oral part focusing on the international migration topics covered in Part 2 of the syllabus.
The written exam will assess the knowledge acquired through the study of fundamental topics in demographic analysis and the interpretation of key demographic data. The oral exam will evaluate the ability to present, using appropriate technical language, the complexity of demographic and migration phenomena by discussing the materials presented during lectures and the readings indicated in the syllabus.
There are no variations in the program or assessment methods for non-attending students. However, these students are encouraged to contact their reference teacher.
Students with certification of Specific Learning Disorders (SLD), disabilities, or other special educational needs are advised to contact both the coordinator, Prof. Aristide Canepa (aristide.canepa@unige.it), and the course instructor at the beginning of the course to agree on teaching and examination methods that, while respecting the course objectives, take into account individual learning methods and provide suitable compensatory tools. For further information, please refer to the webpage: https://unige.it/disabilita-dsa/studenti-disabilità-informazioni-utili
