An examination of the major theoretical perspectives in the field of Sociology, methods of empirical investigation of social phenomena, socialization,...
This course will cover the same material as Sociology 1020, but will also provide students with the opportunity to enhance their essay-writing skills...
A social and cultural examination of the interdependencies between population and development. This demographic course will examine factors such as...
A general coverage of the literature and issues related to the sociological study of adolescence and youth. Major theories are related to the settings...
Students will learn about how digital tools have led to the development of a high-tech society characterized by customization, individualism and...
Changes in population size, age, and distribution affect issues ranging from food security to climate change, which in turn affect population growth...
Theories and research in mass communication, including stimulus-response models, semiotics and linguistics, organizational behavior in media...
The formation of public opinion by governments, corporations, third sector organizations, and special interest groups. Particular attention will be...
This course examines civil society, participation, and activism in modern democracies. We focus on the importance of social movements seeking to...
Explore the nature and cause of financial security and insecurity; public, private and employer programs and products to reduce financial insecurity....
Survey of issues and theories in the study of social problems with particular attention to contemporary Canadian society. Antirequisite(s): ...
The analysis of racial, ethnic, political and religious minority groups in terms of their relationship to each other and to society at large....
A comprehensive study of educational institutions in modern society. Antirequisite(s): Prerequisite(s): Corequisite(s): Pre-or Corequisite(s): ...
An examination of theories and research with respect to the origins and nature of religious beliefs, movements, and organizations. Interaction of...
Along with the "Agricultural Revolution" and the "Industrial Revolution" we have experienced an "Urban Revolution". This course examines the shift...
Modern cities offer a multitude of opportunities (jobs, housing, education, goods and services), but with these can come problems (like pollution,...
An evaluation of the causes and consequences of the modern state, with special attention given to Canada. Examines the sources of the growth of the...
The organization of production in pre- industrial, industrial, and post-industrial societies and their impact on work meanings and styles. The...
The social role of advertising and public relations in society. Special emphasis is given to advertising content, the mechanisms of persuasion, and...