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ADVANCED STUDIES IN THE HISTORY OF SPAIN

The University Programme for Older Adults of the University of Valencia: ‘La Nau Gran’ and the Faculty of Geography and History of the University of Valencia present the course of Higher Studies in Spanish History.

  • Target audience:

This course is open to anyone over the age of 50 (pending approval by the Consell de Govern) with an interest in studying history, specifically Spanish history.

However, priority for admission will be given, firstly, to having studied the History pathway of the La Nau Gran programme, secondly, to having completed another pathway in the same area of knowledge within the La Nau Gran programme (History of Art or Society and Territory or the former Geography and History pathway), thirdly, to having completed another pathway within the La Nau Gran programme and fourthly, to be a History graduate over 50 years of age.

Up to 55 places are offered in the first year of the programme and the Servei de Cultura Universitària reserves the right not to activate the course if there is not a minimum number of students enrolled.

  • General objectives:

To offer students access to the most up-to-date knowledge of the history of Spain. Although the syllabus contemplates a chronological framework prior to the existence of Spain, starting in Antiquity, contemporary history will be the object of special dedication.

  • Methodology:

The methodology of this study programme is based on the combination of a theoretical-practical dimension. On the one hand, students will receive classes in which the fundamental contents will be explained, with the support of bibliography and audiovisual educational materials. On the other hand, students will work with primary sources (historical, written or audiovisual documents) and secondary sources (bibliographical analysis).

  • Duration:

The proposed studies have a duration of two academic years. The first year will be implemented in 2023-2024. The second year can be completed during the academic year 2024-2025.

  • Structure of the studies:

Students must pass 11 subjects of 2 credits and 1 of 3 credits to obtain the Diploma of Advanced Studies in Spanish History. Students who also take the optional seminar (3 credits) will receive a special mention in their degree.

 

ADVANCED STUDIES IN THOUGHT AND CULTURE OF CLASSICAL ANTIQUITY (ANCHOR)

The University Programme for Older Adults of the University of Valencia, La Nau Gran and the Faculty of Philosophy and Educational Sciences of the University of Valencia present the Course of Advanced Studies in Thought and Culture of Classical Antiquity (ANCLA).

  • Target audience

This course is open to anyone over the age of 50 (pending approval by the Consell de Govern) who is interested in learning more about the thought and culture of classical antiquity. However, priority for admission will be given, firstly, to having taken the Philosophy and Humanities pathway, secondly, to having completed a pathway in the La Nau Gran Programme and, thirdly, to having a degree in the area of Arts and Humanities over the age of 50 (pending approval by the Consell de Govern).

Up to 40 places are offered in the first course and the Servei d'Extensió Universitària reserves the right not to activate the course if there is not a minimum number of students enrolled.

  • General objectives

The aim of the course is to provide advanced training, from an interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary perspective, in the thought and culture of classical antiquity, in order to deepen our knowledge of our roots. This training enables students to gain documented and critical access to the texts of key authors who have determined the evolution of our culture and who have made a decisive contribution to shaping our ways of thinking and living in society. Philosophy, tragedy, poetry, the human condition, mythology and religion are the foundations that support our way of thinking and interpreting the world. For those students who wish to do so, the training will be oriented towards research in these fields.

  • Duration

The proposed studies have a duration of two academic years.

  • Structure of the studies

Students must pass 11 subjects of 2 credits and 1 subject of 3 credits to obtain the Diploma of Advanced Studies. Students who also take the Research Seminar (3 credits) will receive a special mention in their degree.

HIGHER STUDIES IN PSYCHOLOGY IN ADULTHOOD

The University Programme for Older Adults of the Universitat de València: ‘La Nau Gran’ and the Faculty of Psychology of the Universitat de València present the course of Higher Studies in Psychology in Adulthood: It is always time to learn!

 

  • Target audience:

These studies are open to anyone over 50 years of age (pending approval by the Consell de Govern) with an interest in delving into the world of Psychology today. However, priority for admission will be given, firstly, to having taken the Nau Gran Psychology pathway, secondly, to having completed another pathway within the Nau Gran programme, and thirdly, to having a degree in Psychology over 50 years of age (pending approval by the Consell de Govern).

Up to 50 places are offered in the first course of the Programme and the Servei d'Extensión Universitària reserves the right not to activate the course if there is not a minimum number of students enrolled.

  • General objectives:
    • Enhancing personal development.
    • Strengthen the realisation of new social relationships.
    • Achieving self-realisation of personal needs.
    • Apply the information received to everyday life in order to be able to solve the problems that coexistence may have caused them throughout their adult life.
  • Methodology:

The teacher of each subject will establish the guidelines for the most appropriate methodology, taking into account the content of the subject. Although it is recommended to follow the principles of the active school, encouraging the participation of students in the development of classes, to ensure that the learning achieved in the classroom is instrumental, communicative and emancipatory.

  • Duration:

The proposed studies have a duration of two academic years. The first year will be implemented in 2021-2022. The second year can be completed during the academic year 2022-2023.

  • Structure of the studies:

Students must pass 11 subjects of 2 credits and 1 workshop of 3 credits to obtain the Diploma of Advanced Studies in Psychology in Adulthood: It's always time to learn. Students who also take the optional seminar Introduction to Research in Psychology: Literature Search and Review (3 credits) will receive a special mention in their degree.