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Sociology
General Major: (10 courses)
• SOC-121; 122; 321; 325; 380; 428;
• One of SOC-223, 235, 241;
• Two of SOC-338, 341, 355;
• One of SOC-255, 335, 345
Cognate Requirement:
• SOC-201
• Completion of SOC-121 and 122 with a 4.00 (C-) is required for admission to
the major.
Minor: (6 courses)
• One of SOC-121 or 122;
• Four of SOC-201, 223, 235, 241, 321, 338, 355;
• One of SOC-255, 325, 335, 341, 345
Note: At least two courses must be at the 300-level.
NOTE: There are also three interdisciplinary minors available to students: Criminal
Justice, Disability Studies, and Social Justice. Full details for these minors can be
found under Interdisciplinary Minors on page 98.
SOC-121 Introduction to Sociology: Social Relations
(F)
An introduction to the nature and study of social relationships. In
the context of human group behaviour, attention will be given to
topics such as culture, social interaction, socialization, ethnicity,
and gender relations.
SOC-122 Introduction to Sociology: Social Institutions
(W)
An introduction to the nature of contemporary social institutions. The
internal dynamics and external relations of social institutions such as
the family, church, school, and state will be analyzed. Urban living,
social movements, and social change will also be covered.
SOC-201 Research Methods: Statistics (MAT-201/PSY-201/PED-221) (F)
SOC-223 Canadian Society
(F)
This course undertakes a detailed analysis of major social trends and
issues in Canadian society. Topics such as social inequality, the Quebec
issue, multiculturalism, and native peoples will provide the focus for
advancing our understanding of social life in Canada.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
SOC-235 Sociology of Marriage and Family
(F)
A survey of the family as part of the created order. Topics include
the development of the family and its structures in various times and
places, the interaction of the family with the larger society, family
roles, and inherent conflicts and tensions.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
SOC-241 Crime and Deviance
(F)
A sociological analysis of deviant and criminal behaviour in society.
After an overview of different explanations of crime, this course
will concentrate on various dimensions of deviant behaviour such
as delinquency, drug abuse, and white collar crime. Police and court
response to criminal behaviour will also be analyzed.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
SOC-243 Sociology of Religion (REL-243) *
An examination of the impact of religious belief and practice on
contemporary life. Special attention will be given to the influence and
effectiveness of the church in its function as a social institution and to
the social influences which have affected the church.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
SOC-255 Social Psychology (PSY-255)
(W)
SOC-321 Social Research Methods
(W)
This course will provide students with an introductory understanding of
social research and its relevance to sociology and social work practice.
Quantitative and qualitative research methods will be examined.
Students will be introduced to applied research frameworks such as
practice/program evaluation, community profiles/assessments and
participatory action research.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
SOC-325 Sociological Theory
(W)
This course is offered as an independent study. The course includes an
exploration of the major developments in sociological theory. Attention
will be given to classical and contemporary theorists. The contemporary
theories of structural functionalism, conflict theory, exchange theory,
network analysis, and symbolic interactionism will be evaluated.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
SOC-335 Sociology of Sport (PED-335)
(W)
SOC-338 Social Movement and Change *
This course will provide a sociological analysis of social movements
throughout the twentieth century and their implications for large-scale
social change. Attention will be given to the historical development
of social movement theory, and attention will be given to key social
movements including: the women’s movement, disability rights, the
youth movement, the environmental movement and ethno-nationalism.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
SOC-341 Urban Sociology
(W)*
An investigation of the nature of contemporary urban society. The
origin and growth of cities and the dynamics of urban social interaction
will be central areas of attention. Urban crime, conflict and ecology will
also be part of the examination of social life in cities.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
SOC-345 Sociology of Work and Occupations *
A sociological analysis of the nature and meaning of work in
relation to employment patterns, industrialization, unionization and
computer technology. Topics such as women in the labour force, work
satisfaction, occupational mobility, and mandatory retirement will also
receive attention.
Prerequisite: SOC-121 or 122 or permission of the instructor
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