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Urban Mobility for an Ageing Population: Introduction

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Overview

Today, 60 is often the new 50 — especially when urban design supports healthy and active lifestyles, and it’s a fact: by 2050, nearly 30% of Europe’s population will be over 60 years old.
But are urban environments adapting to meet the needs of an ageing population? And what are the risks if they fail to do so?
This course explores the core concepts, challenges, and strategic responses shaping mobility and accessibility for older adults in cities.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course you will be able to:

  • Understand how demographic changes impact urban mobility,
  • Identify key barriers to accessibility, and
  • Describe urban and transport planning principles that support inclusive, safe, and age-friendly cities.

Audience

This course is designed for urban planners, transport professionals, policymakers, and designers specialised or interested in creating cities for all ages.

Modules

4 modules

Recommended schedule

2 days

Total length

2 hours

Instructors

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Carey Curtis

Carey Curtis is Professor of City Planning and Transport. She has published in the areas of travel behaviour, transport and land use planning, accessibility planning, transport policy and governance.

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Marta Fernandez

Marta Fernandez is the Executive Director at RMIT Europe. She leads RMIT University’s European campus, focusing on securing research funding and developing international experiences for students from Melbourne and Vietnam.

About the Course

This course is inspired by the online program “Inclusive Mobility for an Ageing Population,” developed by RMIT Europe. The original version offers a deeper, five-week learning journey, with approximately 10 hours of content. It provides more time to explore diverse perspectives, engage with peers through structured activities, and reflect on the broader context of inclusive mobility for ageing populations in urban settings. If you’re interested in diving deeper into the topic, you can access the full course on the FutureLearn website: Inclusive Mobility for an Ageing Population

Free & Paid options

You can access and participate in the course for free. If you want to earn a  certificate upon completion, you can purchase it. The certificate will be accessible only once the course is successfully completed. Read more here.

Course Content

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Do Cities Work for Older Adults?
Who gets considered in city design?
Making cities work for everyone
Growing Cities for a Lifetime of Mobility

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A Human-Centered View on Ageing and Urban Design

This course offers a humanized perspective on ageing and urban mobility. It shows planners and professionals that good design is not just technical — it directly impacts health, active living, and social connection. A powerful reminder that mobility and accessibility are about people’s wellbeing and dignity.

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