Course Description

This course focuses on the evolution of population theories and provides a sound knowledge on theories related to mortality, fertility and migration. The course guides the student to analyze different views that have emerged with regard to these theories, and critically evaluate their relevance for analyzing population dynamics and related issues in different contexts.

Learning outcomes:

On the successful completion of the course student will be able to:

• Identify the evolution of population theories and its determinants
• Review different theories of population connected to mortality, fertility and migration
• Analyze the contrasting views that have emerged in relation to these theories
• Evaluate the applicability of population theories

Conducted by - Ms. Wathsala Anuradhi