Department of Sociology and Anthropology
(Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)
B742 Loeb Bldg.
613-520-2582
http://carleton.ca/socanth
This section presents the requirements for programs in:
- Sociology - B.A. Honours
- Sociology - B.A. Combined Honours
- Anthropology - B.A. Honours
- Anthropology - B.A. Combined Honours
- Sociology - B.A. General
- Anthropology - B.A. General
- Minor in Sociology
- Minor in Anthropology
- B.A. General (Carleton)/Police Foundations (Algonquin)
Co-operative Education Option is available (see the Co-operative Education section of this Calendar for details).
Graduation Requirements
In addition to the requirements listed below, students must satisfy:
- the University regulations (see the Academic Regulations of the University section of this Calendar),
- the common regulations applying to all B.A. students including those relating to First-Year Seminars and Breadth requirements (see the Academic Regulations for the Bachelor of Arts Degree ).
First Year Courses
Students may receive credit for SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002 or SOCI 1003 [1.0] and ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003. Only one of these credits will be included in the Major CGPA, the other will count against the total number of credits in sociology and/or anthropology.
Program Requirements - B.A. Honours
Sociology
B.A. Honours (20.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (9.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Sociology I and Introduction to Sociology II | ||
SOCI 1003 [1.0] | Introduction to Sociological Perspectives | |
| 2. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
SOCI 2001 [0.5] | Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods | |
SOCI 2002 [0.5] | Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods | |
SOCI 3003 [1.0] | Quantitative Methods: Research Design and Data Analysis | |
| 3. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
SOCI 2005 [1.0] | Classical Sociological Theory | |
SOCI 3005 [1.0] | Contemporary Sociological Theory | |
| 4. 2.0 credits in SOCI and/or ANTH at the 4000- or 5000-level | 2.0 | |
| 5. 2.0 credits in SOCI and/or ANTH at the 2000-level or above | 2.0 | |
| B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (11.0 credits) | ||
| 6. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
ANTH 1001 [0.5] | Introduction to Anthropology | |
| 8. 8.0 credits not in SOCI or ANTH | 8.0 | |
| 8. 2.5 credits in free electives | 2.5 | |
| Total Credits | 20.0 | |
Sociology
B.A. Combined Honours (20.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Sociology Major CGPA (7.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Sociology I and Introduction to Sociology II | ||
SOCI 1003 [1.0] | Introduction to Sociological Perspectives | |
| 2. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
SOCI 2001 [0.5] | Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods | |
SOCI 2002 [0.5] | Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods | |
SOCI 3003 [1.0] | Quantitative Methods: Research Design and Data Analysis | |
| 3. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
SOCI 2005 [1.0] | Classical Sociological Theory | |
| 4. 2.0 credits in SOCI and/or ANTH at the 4000-or 5000-level | 2.0 | |
| 5. 1.0 credit in SOCI and/or ANTH at the 2000-level or above | 1.0 | |
| B. Additional Requirements (13.0 credits) | 13.0 | |
| 6. The requirements for the other discipline must be satisfied | ||
| 7. 5.0 credits not in SOCI or ANTH or the other discipline | ||
| 8. Sufficient credits in free electives to make 20.0 credits for the degree | ||
| Total Credits | 20.0 | |
Anthropology
B.A. Honours (20.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (9.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Anthropology and Introduction to Issues in Anthropology | ||
ANTH 1003 [1.0] | Introduction to Anthropological Perspectives | |
| 2. 2.0 credits in: | 2.0 | |
ANTH 2001 [1.0] | Foundations in Socio-Cultural Anthropology | |
ANTH 4900 [1.0] | Honours Research Paper in Anthropology | |
| 3. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 2610 [0.5] | Studies in Indigenous Peoples of North America: Current Issues in Anthropological Research | |
ANTH 2620 [0.5] | Ethnography of Sub-Saharan Africa | |
ANTH 2630 [0.5] | Studies in Asian Societies: Current Issues in Anthropological Research | |
ANTH 2640 [0.5] | Andean Ethnography | |
ANTH 2650 [0.5] | Ethnography of Mesoamerica | |
ANTH 2660 [0.5] | Ethnography of North Africa | |
ANTH 2690 [0.5] | Ethnography of A Selected Area | |
| 4. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 3005 [0.5] | Ethnographic Research Methods | |
ANTH 3006 [0.5] | Contemporary Theories in Anthropology | |
ANTH 3007 [0.5] | History of Anthropological Theory | |
| 5. 2.5 credits in ANTH and/or SOCI at the 2000-level or above | 2.5 | |
| 6. 1.5 credits in ANTH and/or SOCI at the 4000- or 5000-level | 1.5 | |
| B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (11.0 credits) | ||
| 7. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
SOCI 1001 [0.5] | Introduction to Sociology I | |
| 8. 8.0 credits not in SOCI or ANTH | 8.0 | |
| 9. 2.5 credits in free electives | 2.5 | |
| Total Credits | 20.0 | |
Anthropology
B.A. Combined Honours (20.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Anthropology Major CGPA (7.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Anthropology and Introduction to Issues in Anthropology | ||
ANTH 1003 [1.0] | Introduction to Anthropological Perspectives | |
| 2. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 2001 [1.0] | Foundations in Socio-Cultural Anthropology | |
| 3. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 2610 [0.5] | Studies in Indigenous Peoples of North America: Current Issues in Anthropological Research | |
ANTH 2620 [0.5] | Ethnography of Sub-Saharan Africa | |
ANTH 2630 [0.5] | Studies in Asian Societies: Current Issues in Anthropological Research | |
ANTH 2640 [0.5] | Andean Ethnography | |
ANTH 2650 [0.5] | Ethnography of Mesoamerica | |
ANTH 2690 [0.5] | Ethnography of A Selected Area | |
| 4. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 3005 [0.5] | Ethnographic Research Methods | |
ANTH 3006 [0.5] | Contemporary Theories in Anthropology | |
ANTH 3007 [0.5] | History of Anthropological Theory | |
| 5. 1.0 credit in ANTH and/or SOCI at the 2000-level or above | 1.0 | |
| 6. 1.0 credit in ANTH and/or SOCI at the 4000- or 5000-level | 1.0 | |
| 7. Either: | 1.0 | |
a. 1.0 credit in: | ||
ANTH 4900 [1.0] | Honours Research Paper in Anthropology | |
or | ||
b. 1.0 credit in ANTH at the 2000-level or higher if an Honours Essay is completed in the other discipline | ||
| B. Additional Requirements (13.0 credits) | 13.0 | |
| 8. The requirements for the other discipline must be satisfied | ||
| 9. 5.0 credits not in SOCI or ANTH or the other discipline | ||
| 10. Sufficient credits in free electives to make 20.0 credits for the degree | ||
| 11. Students are required to complete an Honours Essay. In those cases where the second discipline does not require an Honours Essay, alternative arrangements may be considered by the Co-ordinator of Honours (Anthropology) | ||
| Total Credits | 20.0 | |
Program Requirements - B.A. General
Sociology
B.A. General (15.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (6.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Sociology I and Introduction to Sociology II | ||
SOCI 1003 [1.0] | Introduction to Sociological Perspectives | |
| 2. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
SOCI 2001 [0.5] | Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods | |
SOCI 2002 [0.5] | Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods | |
| 3. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
SOCI 2005 [1.0] | Classical Sociological Theory | |
| 4. 1.5 credits in SOCI at the 3000-level or above | 1.5 | |
| 5. 1.5 credits in SOCI at the 2000-level or above | 1.5 | |
| B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (9.0 credits) | ||
| 6. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
ANTH 1001 [0.5] | Introduction to Anthropology | |
| 7. 7.0 credits not in SOCI or ANTH | 7.0 | |
| 8. 1.5 credits in free electives | 1.5 | |
| Total Credits | 15.0 | |
Anthropology
B.A. General (15.0 credits)
| A. Credits Included in the Major CGPA (6.0 credits) | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Anthropology and Introduction to Issues in Anthropology | ||
ANTH 1003 [1.0] | Introduction to Anthropological Perspectives | |
| 2. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 2001 [1.0] | Foundations in Socio-Cultural Anthropology | |
| 3. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 2610 [0.5] | Studies in Indigenous Peoples of North America: Current Issues in Anthropological Research | |
ANTH 2620 [0.5] | Ethnography of Sub-Saharan Africa | |
ANTH 2630 [0.5] | Studies in Asian Societies: Current Issues in Anthropological Research | |
ANTH 2640 [0.5] | Andean Ethnography | |
ANTH 2650 [0.5] | Ethnography of Mesoamerica | |
ANTH 2690 [0.5] | Ethnography of A Selected Area | |
| 4. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 3005 [0.5] | Ethnographic Research Methods | |
ANTH 3006 [0.5] | Contemporary Theories in Anthropology | |
ANTH 3007 [0.5] | History of Anthropological Theory | |
| 5. 1.0 credit in ANTH at the 2000-level or above | 1.0 | |
| 6. 1.0 credit in ANTH at the 3000-level or above | 1.0 | |
| B. Credits Not Included in the Major CGPA (9.0 credits) | ||
| 7. 0.5 credit in: | 0.5 | |
SOCI 1001 [0.5] | Introduction to Sociology I | |
| 8. 7.0 credits not in ANTH or SOCI | 7.0 | |
| 9. 1.5 credits in free electives | 1.5 | |
| Total Credits | 15.0 | |
Minors
Minor in Sociology (4.0 credits)
Open to all undergraduate degree students in programs other than Sociology. Students in any Anthropology major should select courses carefully if they wish to use courses from the major in their minor Sociology. Such students should always consult the department.
| Requirements | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Sociology I and Introduction to Sociology II | ||
SOCI 1003 [1.0] | Introduction to Sociological Perspectives | |
| 2. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods and Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods | ||
SOCI 2005 [1.0] | Classical Sociological Theory | |
| 3. 2.0 credits in SOCI at the 2000-level or above | 2.0 | |
| 4. The remaining requirements of the major discipline(s) and degree must be satisfied. | ||
| Total Credits | 4.0 | |
Minor in Anthropology (4.0 credits)
Open to all undergraduate degree students in programs other than Anthropology. Students in any Sociology major should select courses carefully if they wish to use courses from the major in their minor Anthropology. Such students should always consult the department.
| Requirements | ||
| 1. 1.0 credit from: | 1.0 | |
| Introduction to Anthropology and Introduction to Issues in Anthropology | ||
ANTH 1003 [1.0] | Introduction to Anthropological Perspectives | |
| 2. 1.0 credit in: | 1.0 | |
ANTH 2001 [1.0] | Foundations in Socio-Cultural Anthropology | |
| 3. 2.0 credits in ANTH at the 2000-level or above | 2.0 | |
| 4. The remaining requirements of the major discipline(s) and degree must be satisfied. | ||
| Total Credits | 4.0 | |
Mention : Français
Students who wish to qualify for the Mention: Français notation in Sociology-Anthropology may do so by including the following pattern of courses in their degree program:
| 1. 1.0 credit in the advanced study of the French language: | 1.0 | |
FREN 1100 [1.0] | Intermediate French (advanced study of the French language) | |
| 2. 1.0 credit in French-Canadian culture and heritage | 1.0 | |
| 3. 1.0 credit at the 2000- or 3000-level in Sociology and/or Anthropology taught in French at Carleton or at another University, and approved by the B.A. General or B.A. Honours Program Co-ordinators. | 1.0 | |
| 4. In addition, for B.A. Honours Sociology or Anthropology, 1.0 credit at the 4000-level in Sociology or Anthropology taught in French at Carleton or at another University, as approved by the respective B.A. Honours Program Coordinator. | 1.0 | |
| Total Credits | 4.0 | |
Articulation Agreement
B.A. General (Carleton)/Police Foundations (Algonquin) (15.0 credits)
An articulation agreement between Carleton University and Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology permits graduates with a Diploma in Police Foundations from Algonquin College to apply for admission into the B.A. General program at Carleton University. Successful applicants will be granted 5.0 credits on admission towards the completion of a B.A. General in either Criminology, or Law, or Psychology, or Sociology/Anthropology.
To be eligible for admission according to this Articulation Agreement, students must have completed the Diploma in Police Foundations at Algonquin College with an overall B average (Grade Point Average of 3.0). They will then be considered for admission to a B.A. General program at Carleton in one of Criminology, Law, Psychology, or Sociology/Anthropology.
Course transfers: 2.0 credits in Law, 2.0 credits in Sociology, 0.5 credit in Political Science, and 0.5 credit in Psychology.
Anthropology (ANTH) Courses
Sociology/Anthropology
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
ANTH 1001 [0.5 credit]
Introduction to Anthropology
An examination of a range of anthropological approaches to the study of humankind and culture; may include discussions of human evolution, the study of cultures and societies past and present, and the study of language and symbolism.
Students in any Sociology and/or Anthropology program should consult that program section of this Calendar.
Introduction to Anthropology
An examination of a range of anthropological approaches to the study of humankind and culture; may include discussions of human evolution, the study of cultures and societies past and present, and the study of language and symbolism.
Students in any Sociology and/or Anthropology program should consult that program section of this Calendar.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 1000, ANTH 1003 [1.0], and HUMS 1005.
Lectures three hours a week.
Lectures three hours a week.
ANTH 1002 [0.5 credit]
Introduction to Issues in Anthropology
Examination of anthropological issues in the study of social institutions such as the family, economy, politics and belief systems. Debates about gender, development, cultural differences, health and the environment may also be examined.
Students in any Sociology and/or Anthropology program should consult that program section of this Calendar.
Introduction to Issues in Anthropology
Examination of anthropological issues in the study of social institutions such as the family, economy, politics and belief systems. Debates about gender, development, cultural differences, health and the environment may also be examined.
Students in any Sociology and/or Anthropology program should consult that program section of this Calendar.
ANTH 1003 [1.0 credit]
Introduction to Anthropological Perspectives
Examination of various anthropological approaches to the study of humankind and culture focusing on a particular theme. Introduction to anthropological perspective on human evolution, social institutions, economic practices, politics and belief systems with a particular social-cultural phenomenon as the threading theme.
Introduction to Anthropological Perspectives
Examination of various anthropological approaches to the study of humankind and culture focusing on a particular theme. Introduction to anthropological perspective on human evolution, social institutions, economic practices, politics and belief systems with a particular social-cultural phenomenon as the threading theme.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 1000, ANTH 1001, ANTH 1002, and HUMS 1005.
Lectures three hours a week.
Lectures three hours a week.
ANTH 2001 [1.0 credit]
Foundations in Socio-Cultural Anthropology
Exploration of basic anthropological concepts and analytical strategies through case studies. Emphasis is on socio-cultural diversity as documented by ethnographic research with attention to the role of culture in articulating gender, kinship, economic and political relations.
Foundations in Socio-Cultural Anthropology
Exploration of basic anthropological concepts and analytical strategies through case studies. Emphasis is on socio-cultural diversity as documented by ethnographic research with attention to the role of culture in articulating gender, kinship, economic and political relations.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and discussions three hours a week.
Lectures and discussions three hours a week.
ANTH 2004 [0.5 credit]
Anthropological Theory and Methods
Introduction to the logic of inquiry. General methodological issues in anthropological research. Topics include the relation between theory and observation, problems of research design and fundamental techniques of ethnographic research, qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis.
Anthropological Theory and Methods
Introduction to the logic of inquiry. General methodological issues in anthropological research. Topics include the relation between theory and observation, problems of research design and fundamental techniques of ethnographic research, qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 2003.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST .
Lectures three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST .
Lectures three hours a week.
ANTH 2020 [0.5 credit]
Race and Ethnicity
Introduction to some of the recent theoretical literature and research on the issues of race, racism and ethnicity. Concepts, controversies and definitions dealing with race and ethnicity from the Canadian context and internationally.
Race and Ethnicity
Introduction to some of the recent theoretical literature and research on the issues of race, racism and ethnicity. Concepts, controversies and definitions dealing with race and ethnicity from the Canadian context and internationally.
Also listed as SOCI 2020.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 2304.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 2304.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
ANTH 2035 [0.5 credit]
Technology, Culture and Society
This course introduces students to the principal theories and methods used by Science and Technology Studies (STS) scholars to examine the social and cultural shaping of technology. The substantive focus of the course is on the design, development, production, diffusion, consumption and use of technology.
Technology, Culture and Society
This course introduces students to the principal theories and methods used by Science and Technology Studies (STS) scholars to examine the social and cultural shaping of technology. The substantive focus of the course is on the design, development, production, diffusion, consumption and use of technology.
Also listed as SOCI 2035.
Precludes credit for SOCI 2400.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR. PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Precludes credit for SOCI 2400.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR. PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
ANTH 2040 [0.5 credit]
Anthropology and Gender
Examines certain aspects of anthropology and gender, such as: the role of men and women in non-Western societies, over time; gender and the division of labour; gender and kinship; gender and symbols; gender and anthropological methods and theories; and/or gender and “development.”.
Anthropology and Gender
Examines certain aspects of anthropology and gender, such as: the role of men and women in non-Western societies, over time; gender and the division of labour; gender and kinship; gender and symbols; gender and anthropological methods and theories; and/or gender and “development.”.
Precludes credit for ANTH 2408.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
ANTH 2500 [0.5 credit]
Culture and Symbols
The representation and construction of culture through symbols. Topics may include material culture, rituals, archetypes, myths and myth making.
Culture and Symbols
The representation and construction of culture through symbols. Topics may include material culture, rituals, archetypes, myths and myth making.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 3304.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
ANTH 2510 [0.5 credit]
Theories of Human Nature
Critical, cross-cultural exploration of theories of human nature. Begins with a survey of western anthropological models of human consciousness and examines scientific, philosophical and religious perspectives with reference to ethnographic research on myth, religion and science produced by western and non-western cultures.
Theories of Human Nature
Critical, cross-cultural exploration of theories of human nature. Begins with a survey of western anthropological models of human consciousness and examines scientific, philosophical and religious perspectives with reference to ethnographic research on myth, religion and science produced by western and non-western cultures.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, ANTH, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 2550 [0.5 credit]
Religion and Society
Cross-cultural survey of religious institutions, focussing on theories and methodologies in the study of religion. Topics may include myth, totemism, cults, ritual, belief systems, altered states of consciousness, new religious and/or new age movements and the relationship of religion with other social institutions and processes.
Religion and Society
Cross-cultural survey of religious institutions, focussing on theories and methodologies in the study of religion. Topics may include myth, totemism, cults, ritual, belief systems, altered states of consciousness, new religious and/or new age movements and the relationship of religion with other social institutions and processes.
Also listed as RELI 2736.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI,AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI,AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
ANTH 2610 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Indigenous Peoples of North America: Current Issues in Anthropological Research
Examination of a range of issues related to particular indigenous communities and regions of North America. Topics include political, socio-economic, and cultural transformations, Aboriginal title and rights, collaborative research, and other topics relevant to indigenous communities and indigenous - non-indigenous relations.
Studies in Indigenous Peoples of North America: Current Issues in Anthropological Research
Examination of a range of issues related to particular indigenous communities and regions of North America. Topics include political, socio-economic, and cultural transformations, Aboriginal title and rights, collaborative research, and other topics relevant to indigenous communities and indigenous - non-indigenous relations.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 3610.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 2620 [0.5 credit]
Ethnography of Sub-Saharan Africa
Examination of selected areas of contemporary Sub-Saharan Africa through current anthropological research. Topics may include war and displacement, religion, politics, international development, history, popular culture, colonialism, witchcraft, health and kinship.
Ethnography of Sub-Saharan Africa
Examination of selected areas of contemporary Sub-Saharan Africa through current anthropological research. Topics may include war and displacement, religion, politics, international development, history, popular culture, colonialism, witchcraft, health and kinship.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 3620.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 2630 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Asian Societies: Current Issues in Anthropological Research
Examination of contemporary Asia through anthropological research. Topics may include cultural practices, religion, health issues, economics, politics, history, colonialism and social change. Emphasis will vary by sub-region from year to year, e.g., focusing on South, East or Southeast Asia.
Studies in Asian Societies: Current Issues in Anthropological Research
Examination of contemporary Asia through anthropological research. Topics may include cultural practices, religion, health issues, economics, politics, history, colonialism and social change. Emphasis will vary by sub-region from year to year, e.g., focusing on South, East or Southeast Asia.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 2640 [0.5 credit]
Andean Ethnography
Ethnographic survey of the Andes that pays particular attention to the formation of “indigenous” communities and their relation to urban centres and nation-states. Topics covered may include state formation, social movements, agrarian reform, the political economy of food, class, ethnicity and racism, rural-urban migration, community organization, kinship, gender, religion, ritual, dance and music.
Andean Ethnography
Ethnographic survey of the Andes that pays particular attention to the formation of “indigenous” communities and their relation to urban centres and nation-states. Topics covered may include state formation, social movements, agrarian reform, the political economy of food, class, ethnicity and racism, rural-urban migration, community organization, kinship, gender, religion, ritual, dance and music.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI,ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 2650 [0.5 credit]
Ethnography of Mesoamerica
Ethnographic survey of Mexico and Guatemala that focuses on a variety of rural and urban communities throughout the area with particular emphasis on indigenous groups. Topics covered may include nationalism, ethnicity, social organization, gender, cosmology and material culture.
Ethnography of Mesoamerica
Ethnographic survey of Mexico and Guatemala that focuses on a variety of rural and urban communities throughout the area with particular emphasis on indigenous groups. Topics covered may include nationalism, ethnicity, social organization, gender, cosmology and material culture.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 2660 [0.5 credit]
Ethnography of North Africa
Introduction to societies and cultures of North Africa. Topics covered may include: history and socio-cultural role of Islam, the relations between Arabs and Berbers, ethnography of religious institutions, ritual practices, everyday life, gender, colonialism and post-colonialism, problems of state and religion.
Ethnography of North Africa
Introduction to societies and cultures of North Africa. Topics covered may include: history and socio-cultural role of Islam, the relations between Arabs and Berbers, ethnography of religious institutions, ritual practices, everyday life, gender, colonialism and post-colonialism, problems of state and religion.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 2690 [0.5 credit]
Ethnography of A Selected Area
Ethnography of a selected area. Area to be announced.
Ethnography of A Selected Area
Ethnography of a selected area. Area to be announced.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 2815 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Selected topics in anthropology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Selected topics in anthropology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 2825 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Selected topics in anthropology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Selected topics in anthropology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 2850 [0.5 credit]
Development and Underdevelopment
International development and its socio-cultural practices with consequences at local, national and international levels. Topics may include modernization, dependency, globalization, and development as discourse, political ecology, gender, indigenous knowledge, social movements, and non-governmental organizations.
Development and Underdevelopment
International development and its socio-cultural practices with consequences at local, national and international levels. Topics may include modernization, dependency, globalization, and development as discourse, political ecology, gender, indigenous knowledge, social movements, and non-governmental organizations.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, AFRI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, JOUR, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
ANTH 2915 [0.5 credit]
Course-Related Tutorials in Anthropology
Consult the Department for information.
Course-Related Tutorials in Anthropology
Consult the Department for information.
ANTH 2925 [0.5 credit]
Course-Related Tutorials in Anthropology
Consult the department for information.
Course-Related Tutorials in Anthropology
Consult the department for information.
ANTH 3005 [0.5 credit]
Ethnographic Research Methods
Exploration of methodological issues in ethnographic research through lectures, discussion and individual research projects. Research design, ethical review, participant observation, ethnographic interviewing, writing and analyzing fieldnotes, and examining how a researcher's subject position and relation to the community under study influence the creation of ethnographic knowledge.
Ethnographic Research Methods
Exploration of methodological issues in ethnographic research through lectures, discussion and individual research projects. Research design, ethical review, participant observation, ethnographic interviewing, writing and analyzing fieldnotes, and examining how a researcher's subject position and relation to the community under study influence the creation of ethnographic knowledge.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 2003.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2001 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2001 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
ANTH 3006 [0.5 credit]
Contemporary Theories in Anthropology
Contemporary trends in anthropological analyses. Discussion of anthropological theory in its contemporary, interdisciplinary context.
Contemporary Theories in Anthropology
Contemporary trends in anthropological analyses. Discussion of anthropological theory in its contemporary, interdisciplinary context.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 3100.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2001 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2001 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
ANTH 3007 [0.5 credit]
History of Anthropological Theory
Analysis of the development of anthropological thought since the end of the eighteenth to the mid-twentieth century. The development of various theoretical approaches within their historical, social, intellectual and biographical contexts. The implications of these issues may be explored through ethnographies.
History of Anthropological Theory
Analysis of the development of anthropological thought since the end of the eighteenth to the mid-twentieth century. The development of various theoretical approaches within their historical, social, intellectual and biographical contexts. The implications of these issues may be explored through ethnographies.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 2005 and ANTH 3100.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2001 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2001 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
ANTH 3020 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Race and Ethnicity
Race, racism and ethnicity in Canada and internationally. Critical perspectives on race and ethnicity as they intersect with other social relations. Racism, Eurocentrism, Orientalism, nationalism, colonialism, international migration, citizenship, and diasporic cultures.
Studies in Race and Ethnicity
Race, racism and ethnicity in Canada and internationally. Critical perspectives on race and ethnicity as they intersect with other social relations. Racism, Eurocentrism, Orientalism, nationalism, colonialism, international migration, citizenship, and diasporic cultures.
ANTH 3025 [0.5 credit]
Anthropology and Human Rights
Examines the concepts of “cultural relativism” and “universalism.” What are human rights? Who has them? How do notions of “human rights” evolve? What about other, non-Western concepts of “individual,” “collectivity,” “rights” and “responsibilities”? What about human rights violations and abuses?.
Anthropology and Human Rights
Examines the concepts of “cultural relativism” and “universalism.” What are human rights? Who has them? How do notions of “human rights” evolve? What about other, non-Western concepts of “individual,” “collectivity,” “rights” and “responsibilities”? What about human rights violations and abuses?.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003[1.0] or HUMR 1001 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3027 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Globalization and Human Rights
Examination of the various dimensions and meanings of globalization and its relationship with human rights. Main emphasis will be on the implications of the emerging global economy for economic, social, political and cultural rights.
Studies in Globalization and Human Rights
Examination of the various dimensions and meanings of globalization and its relationship with human rights. Main emphasis will be on the implications of the emerging global economy for economic, social, political and cultural rights.
Also listed as SOCI 3027 and PSCI 3802.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or HUMR 1001 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or HUMR 1001 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
ANTH 3033 [0.5 credit]
Science, Technology and the Environment
Introduction to the socio-cultural study of science, technology and the environment including the cultural character of contemporary technology, the generation and cultural construction of knowledge through science, and the implications of science and technology for cultural livelihood and ecological sustainability.
Science, Technology and the Environment
Introduction to the socio-cultural study of science, technology and the environment including the cultural character of contemporary technology, the generation and cultural construction of knowledge through science, and the implications of science and technology for cultural livelihood and ecological sustainability.
Also listed as SOCI 3033.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 3035 [0.5 credit]
Science, Culture and Society: Social Studies of Science
Principal theories and methods used by Science and Technology Studies scholars to examine the social construction of scientific knowledge. Topics may include the demarcation of science from non-science, the relationship between experts and laypersons, and the study of scientific controversies.
Science, Culture and Society: Social Studies of Science
Principal theories and methods used by Science and Technology Studies scholars to examine the social construction of scientific knowledge. Topics may include the demarcation of science from non-science, the relationship between experts and laypersons, and the study of scientific controversies.
Also listed as SOCI 3035.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 3003 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2035 or SOCI 2035 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 3003 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 2035 or SOCI 2035 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3037 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Information Systems and Social Power
Knowledge/power relations in historical and comparative perspective, with attention to information devices, techniques, and practices.
Studies in Information Systems and Social Power
Knowledge/power relations in historical and comparative perspective, with attention to information devices, techniques, and practices.
Prerequisite(s): O.5 credit 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3045 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Children and Childhood
A socio-historical and cross-cultural exploration of constructions, deconstructions, and the experience of childhood in Canada and internationally. Compulsory schooling, child labour, protection and regulation in law, the commodification and equalization of childhood, children's social movements, and the emergence of children's rights discourses.
Studies in Children and Childhood
A socio-historical and cross-cultural exploration of constructions, deconstructions, and the experience of childhood in Canada and internationally. Compulsory schooling, child labour, protection and regulation in law, the commodification and equalization of childhood, children's social movements, and the emergence of children's rights discourses.
Also listed as SOCI 3045.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 3106.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 3106.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3215 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Topics not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Topics not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3225 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Topics not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Topics not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
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Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3310 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Medical Anthropology
Cross-cultural study of the body, illness, healing, health and well-being. Sociocultural factors in the causation, diagnosis, management and meaning of illness. Biocultural and political-economic dimensions of ill health. Ritual and symbolic healing. Ethical concerns and public health applications of anthropology.
Studies in Medical Anthropology
Cross-cultural study of the body, illness, healing, health and well-being. Sociocultural factors in the causation, diagnosis, management and meaning of illness. Biocultural and political-economic dimensions of ill health. Ritual and symbolic healing. Ethical concerns and public health applications of anthropology.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit in 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3355 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Cultural Adaptations and the Environment
Cultural adaptations to the environment are set within globalization processes. New ecologies, symbolic, historical and political, arise out of prevailing models. The advocacy role of applied ecological anthropology and the consequences of Western cultures' adaptive capacities.
Studies in Cultural Adaptations and the Environment
Cultural adaptations to the environment are set within globalization processes. New ecologies, symbolic, historical and political, arise out of prevailing models. The advocacy role of applied ecological anthropology and the consequences of Western cultures' adaptive capacities.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit in 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
Lectures three hours a week.
ANTH 3510 [0.5 credit]
Ritual
Cross-cultural study of ritual, religious and secular, its role in various social processes and its relation to other activities. Exploration of the variability of ritual and the range of theories that have been developed to account for what ritual does, including intellectualist, functionalist and performative approaches.
Ritual
Cross-cultural study of ritual, religious and secular, its role in various social processes and its relation to other activities. Exploration of the variability of ritual and the range of theories that have been developed to account for what ritual does, including intellectualist, functionalist and performative approaches.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 3550 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Visual Anthropology
Examination of the anthropological experience as reflected in film/video and still photography. A number of problems are considered, including selectivity, bias, the effect of the observer's presence, and problems in reconstructing past events in film. Issues of media-literacy will be examined.
Studies in Visual Anthropology
Examination of the anthropological experience as reflected in film/video and still photography. A number of problems are considered, including selectivity, bias, the effect of the observer's presence, and problems in reconstructing past events in film. Issues of media-literacy will be examined.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 3107.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit in 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit in 2000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3570 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Art, Culture and Society
Thematic investigation of genres, forms and styles of art, culture and society. Topics may include current debates on social structure and artistic creativity; ideology, cultural memory and politics, patronage and art; cross-cultural representations, taste, social mobility and art; modernism and the avant-garde.
Studies in Art, Culture and Society
Thematic investigation of genres, forms and styles of art, culture and society. Topics may include current debates on social structure and artistic creativity; ideology, cultural memory and politics, patronage and art; cross-cultural representations, taste, social mobility and art; modernism and the avant-garde.
Also listed as SOCI 3570.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 3803.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or an introductory course in Art History, and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 3803.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or an introductory course in Art History, and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3580 [0.5 credit]
Anthropology of Material Culture and Museums
Examination of how diverse societies are materialized in a wide range of cultural materials from clothing, housing and memorials to more ephemeral materializations such as food, gardens, dance, ritual props and music-making. Emphasis is placed on museum practices and the cultural politics of display and visiting.
Anthropology of Material Culture and Museums
Examination of how diverse societies are materialized in a wide range of cultural materials from clothing, housing and memorials to more ephemeral materializations such as food, gardens, dance, ritual props and music-making. Emphasis is placed on museum practices and the cultural politics of display and visiting.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
ANTH 3600 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Anthropology and Indigenous Peoples
Problems in the interpretation and analysis of various forms of encounters between indigenous peoples and colonizing powers will be examined. Topics may include patterns and practices of contact, cultural syncretism, conquest, domination, relations of ruling, cultural hegemony, resistance and non-compliance.
Studies in Anthropology and Indigenous Peoples
Problems in the interpretation and analysis of various forms of encounters between indigenous peoples and colonizing powers will be examined. Topics may include patterns and practices of contact, cultural syncretism, conquest, domination, relations of ruling, cultural hegemony, resistance and non-compliance.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 3109.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3800 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Applied and Participatory Anthropology
History, significant approaches, and key topics of applied anthropology and participatory research. Participatory and non-participatory anthropological research on social problems within activities of intervention, which may include policy processes, development projects, evaluation exercises, impact assessments, and advocacy work.
Studies in Applied and Participatory Anthropology
History, significant approaches, and key topics of applied anthropology and participatory research. Participatory and non-participatory anthropological research on social problems within activities of intervention, which may include policy processes, development projects, evaluation exercises, impact assessments, and advocacy work.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 2000-level ANTH.
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
ANTH 3915 [0.5 credit]
Course-Related Tutorials in Anthropology
Consult the Department for information.
Course-Related Tutorials in Anthropology
Consult the Department for information.
ANTH 3925 [0.5 credit]
Course-Related Tutorials in Anthropology
Consult the Department for information.
Course-Related Tutorials in Anthropology
Consult the Department for information.
ANTH 3999 [0.0 credit]
Co-operative Work Term
Co-operative Work Term
ANTH 4000 [0.5 credit]
Field Placement in Anthropology
Students spend up to one day a week participating in a research organization, and prepare a report on their placement experience. Consult the Honours Anthropology Co-ordinator.
Field Placement in Anthropology
Students spend up to one day a week participating in a research organization, and prepare a report on their placement experience. Consult the Honours Anthropology Co-ordinator.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year Honours Anthropology standing and permission of the Department.
ANTH 4007 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Anthropological Theory and Methods
The course examines debates in theory and methodology currently facing the discipline through a survey of leading-edge issues and approaches. Topics in evolutionary anthropology/psychology, transpersonalism, traditional knowledge systems, gender, and ethnohistorical research may be explored.
Advanced Studies in Anthropological Theory and Methods
The course examines debates in theory and methodology currently facing the discipline through a survey of leading-edge issues and approaches. Topics in evolutionary anthropology/psychology, transpersonalism, traditional knowledge systems, gender, and ethnohistorical research may be explored.
ANTH 4020 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Race and Ethnicity
An advanced seminar that explores selected topics in race and ethnicity in an international context. Specific topics will vary according to instructors' research interests.
Advanced Studies in Race and Ethnicity
An advanced seminar that explores selected topics in race and ethnicity in an international context. Specific topics will vary according to instructors' research interests.
Also listed as SOCI 4020.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 3020 or SOCI 3020, and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 3020 or SOCI 3020, and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
ANTH 4035 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Information Technologies
A critical social perspective on knowledge and information traditions, forms, theories and techniques using comparative case studies of specific rituals, technologies and other assemblages which code and decode information.
Advanced Studies in Information Technologies
A critical social perspective on knowledge and information traditions, forms, theories and techniques using comparative case studies of specific rituals, technologies and other assemblages which code and decode information.
Also listed as SOCI 4035.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 3035 or SOCI 3035, and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 3035 or SOCI 3035, and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
ANTH 4036 [0.5 credit]
Science and Technology Studies: Selected Topics
The course is concerned with broadening students’ understanding of Science and Technology Studies (STS) by focussing on a particular topic relevant to this field of study. The topic selected will vary from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Science and Technology Studies: Selected Topics
The course is concerned with broadening students’ understanding of Science and Technology Studies (STS) by focussing on a particular topic relevant to this field of study. The topic selected will vary from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Also listed as SOCI 4036.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 4401.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 3035 or SOCI 3035, and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 4401.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 3035 or SOCI 3035, and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
ANTH 4215 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Topics not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topic varies from year to year. Check with the department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Topics not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topic varies from year to year. Check with the department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 3000-level ANTH or ANTH 2001 [1.0]or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
ANTH 4225 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Topics not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topic varies from year to year. Check with the department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Anthropology
Topics not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topic varies from year to year. Check with the department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 3000-level ANTH, or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0] and third-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
ANTH 4500 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Culture and Symbols
The course explores contemporary debates in theory and methods regarding analysis of the symbolic processes.
Advanced Studies in Culture and Symbols
The course explores contemporary debates in theory and methods regarding analysis of the symbolic processes.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 4705.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 3000-level ANTH or ANTH 2001 [1.0].
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 3000-level ANTH or ANTH 2001 [1.0].
Seminar three hours a week.
ANTH 4550 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Visual Anthropology
Exploration of media representations of the cultural othe through student projects based on contemporary anthropological analysis of cross-cultural multimedia: video, photography, mapping and the Internet. The role of media in the dissemination of anthropological research and as the subject of anthropological analysis.
Advanced Studies in Visual Anthropology
Exploration of media representations of the cultural othe through student projects based on contemporary anthropological analysis of cross-cultural multimedia: video, photography, mapping and the Internet. The role of media in the dissemination of anthropological research and as the subject of anthropological analysis.
ANTH 4610 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Indigenous Peoples of North America: Current Issues in Anthropological Research
This research-based seminar focuses on specific conceptual and methodological issues pertaining to contemporary anthropological research involving Indigenous communities of North America.
Advanced Studies in Indigenous Peoples of North America: Current Issues in Anthropological Research
This research-based seminar focuses on specific conceptual and methodological issues pertaining to contemporary anthropological research involving Indigenous communities of North America.
ANTH 4620 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Contemporary Sub-Saharan Africa: Current Issues in Anthropological Research
Research-based seminar that explores the issues and debates related to anthropological research in contemporary sub-Saharan Africa with emphasis on theoretical, methodological, analytical, ethical, practical and applied problems in anthropological research in that area.
Advanced Studies in Contemporary Sub-Saharan Africa: Current Issues in Anthropological Research
Research-based seminar that explores the issues and debates related to anthropological research in contemporary sub-Saharan Africa with emphasis on theoretical, methodological, analytical, ethical, practical and applied problems in anthropological research in that area.
ANTH 4730 [0.5 credit]
Colonialism and Post-Colonialism
Comparative ethnographic and historical approaches to colonialism including topics such as the formation of colonial regimes, colonial governmentality, servile labour systems, missionization, anti-colonial resistance, cultural hybridization and post-colonial memory. Exploration of debates over the relation between colonialism and the production of social scientific knowledge.
Colonialism and Post-Colonialism
Comparative ethnographic and historical approaches to colonialism including topics such as the formation of colonial regimes, colonial governmentality, servile labour systems, missionization, anti-colonial resistance, cultural hybridization and post-colonial memory. Exploration of debates over the relation between colonialism and the production of social scientific knowledge.
ANTH 4750 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Globalization and Citizenship
Selected topics on the confluence of processes of globalization, development and citizenship. Examination of debates about the meaning and impact of globalization on patterns of inequality and citizenship both internationally and within Canada, and about strategies for progressive development.
Advanced Studies in Globalization and Citizenship
Selected topics on the confluence of processes of globalization, development and citizenship. Examination of debates about the meaning and impact of globalization on patterns of inequality and citizenship both internationally and within Canada, and about strategies for progressive development.
ANTH 4780 [0.5 credit]
Anthropology of Personhood
Exploration of anthropological approaches to personhood and diversity in constructions of the self in various socio-cultural and historical contexts.
Anthropology of Personhood
Exploration of anthropological approaches to personhood and diversity in constructions of the self in various socio-cultural and historical contexts.
Prerequisite(s): 0.5 credit 3000-level ANTH or ANTH 2001 [1.0] or SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0] and third-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
ANTH 4900 [1.0 credit]
Honours Research Paper in Anthropology
In their final year, Honours candidates are required to present a major research essay. Students develop their essay proposal and Honours Research Paper through discussion and criticism in seminars. Common problems of style, sources, conceptualization, research design, analysis and interpretation are discussed.
Honours Research Paper in Anthropology
In their final year, Honours candidates are required to present a major research essay. Students develop their essay proposal and Honours Research Paper through discussion and criticism in seminars. Common problems of style, sources, conceptualization, research design, analysis and interpretation are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year Honours standing.
ANTH 4915 [0.5 credit]
Tutorial in Anthropology
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Tutorial in Anthropology
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ANTH 4925 [0.5 credit]
Tutorial in Anthropology
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Tutorial in Anthropology
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Sociology (SOCI) Courses
Sociology/Anthropology
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
Note: students in any Sociology and/or Anthropology program should consult the departmental Program information in this Calendar.
SOCI 1001 [0.5 credit]
Introduction to Sociology I
Introduction to the comparative study of social groups, classes and institutions. The main emphasis is on industrialized societies with special attention given to Canadian society.
Introduction to Sociology I
Introduction to the comparative study of social groups, classes and institutions. The main emphasis is on industrialized societies with special attention given to Canadian society.
SOCI 1002 [0.5 credit]
Introduction to Sociology II
Sociological inquiry into current issues in Canadian society. Topics may include gender, racial and class inequality, health, education, crime, environment, urbanization and globalization.
Introduction to Sociology II
Sociological inquiry into current issues in Canadian society. Topics may include gender, racial and class inequality, health, education, crime, environment, urbanization and globalization.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 1000 and SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001.
Lectures three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001.
Lectures three hours a week.
SOCI 1003 [1.0 credit]
Introduction to Sociological Perspectives
Introduction to the comparative study of social groups, classes and institutions. The main emphasis is on industrialized societies with special attention given to Canadian societies.
Introduction to Sociological Perspectives
Introduction to the comparative study of social groups, classes and institutions. The main emphasis is on industrialized societies with special attention given to Canadian societies.
SOCI 2001 [0.5 credit]
Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods
Introduction to the theory and practice of qualitative sociological research. Topics may include: the logic of the research process; qualitative research and research design; data collection and analysis; ethics; historical development of qualitative methods; key historical and contemporary research projects using qualitative methods.
Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods
Introduction to the theory and practice of qualitative sociological research. Topics may include: the logic of the research process; qualitative research and research design; data collection and analysis; ethics; historical development of qualitative methods; key historical and contemporary research projects using qualitative methods.
Precludes credit for SOCI 2003.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2002 [0.5 credit]
Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods
Students will learn about issues of research design, univariate and bivariate analysis, the Chi-square test of significance and measures of association, as well as the relationship between samples and populations. Course instruction will consist of classroom lectures and may incorporate computer labs.
Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods
Students will learn about issues of research design, univariate and bivariate analysis, the Chi-square test of significance and measures of association, as well as the relationship between samples and populations. Course instruction will consist of classroom lectures and may incorporate computer labs.
Precludes credit for SOCI 2003.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lecture and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2005 [1.0 credit]
Classical Sociological Theory
Theoretical approaches to the study of sociology within their historical, social and intellectual contexts. Particular attention to original texts by Marx, Weber, and Durkheim, among others.
Classical Sociological Theory
Theoretical approaches to the study of sociology within their historical, social and intellectual contexts. Particular attention to original texts by Marx, Weber, and Durkheim, among others.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 2005.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2010 [0.5 credit]
Power and Stratification
Theoretical and empirical examination of social class, with an emphasis upon Canada. Topics relating to class might include education, health care, politics, and labour force participation.
Power and Stratification
Theoretical and empirical examination of social class, with an emphasis upon Canada. Topics relating to class might include education, health care, politics, and labour force participation.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3405 and SOCI 3407.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
SOCI 2020 [0.5 credit]
Race and Ethnicity
Introduction to some of the recent theoretical literature and research on the issues of race, racism and ethnicity. Concepts, controversies and definitions dealing with race and ethnicity from the Canadian context and internationally.
Race and Ethnicity
Introduction to some of the recent theoretical literature and research on the issues of race, racism and ethnicity. Concepts, controversies and definitions dealing with race and ethnicity from the Canadian context and internationally.
Also listed as ANTH 2020.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2030 [0.5 credit]
Work, Industry and Occupations
An analysis of work practices and settings in societies. Topics of interest include the development of industrial and postindustrial societies; the experience of work, the structuring of work in organizations and in the society; conflict, resistance and labour relations, and the impact of new technologies.
Work, Industry and Occupations
An analysis of work practices and settings in societies. Topics of interest include the development of industrial and postindustrial societies; the experience of work, the structuring of work in organizations and in the society; conflict, resistance and labour relations, and the impact of new technologies.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2035 [0.5 credit]
Technology, Culture and Society
Introduction to the principal theories and methods used by Science and Technology Studies (STS) scholars to examine the social and cultural shaping of technology. The substantive focus of the course is on the design, development, production, diffusion, consumption and use of technology.
Technology, Culture and Society
Introduction to the principal theories and methods used by Science and Technology Studies (STS) scholars to examine the social and cultural shaping of technology. The substantive focus of the course is on the design, development, production, diffusion, consumption and use of technology.
Also listed as ANTH 2035.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2040 [0.5 credit]
Food, Culture and Society
The sociological analysis of food and eating. The relationship between food and identity; the development of social movements organized around food; and more generally, on practices relating to the production, preparation, and consumption of food.
Food, Culture and Society
The sociological analysis of food and eating. The relationship between food and identity; the development of social movements organized around food; and more generally, on practices relating to the production, preparation, and consumption of food.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 1001 or ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or 1.0 credit at the 1000-level in SOCI, ENGL, GEOG, HIST, HUMR, INDG, PSCI, RELI or WGST.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2043 [0.5 credit]
Sociology of the Family
Examination of contemporary marriage and family life with emphasis on Canadian society. Current perspectives on how family is conceptualized and changing trends in the social institution of family are highlighted.
Sociology of the Family
Examination of contemporary marriage and family life with emphasis on Canadian society. Current perspectives on how family is conceptualized and changing trends in the social institution of family are highlighted.
Precludes credit for SOAN 2401.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2045 [0.5 credit]
Women in Society
Enquiry into the historical and contemporary roots of sex-role determination. A comparative analysis of the position of women in various social formations is attempted in conjunction with an examination of various theoretical perspectives concerning women's societal role. Emphasis is on the Canadian context.
Women in Society
Enquiry into the historical and contemporary roots of sex-role determination. A comparative analysis of the position of women in various social formations is attempted in conjunction with an examination of various theoretical perspectives concerning women's societal role. Emphasis is on the Canadian context.
Precludes credit for SOCI 2407.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2150 [0.5 credit]
Social Psychology
Relationship between the individual and the social system. Emphasis on integrating individual and social approaches. Topics include attitudes, cognition, motivations, group processes such as socialization, symbolic interaction, coercion, conformity, leadership, cohesion.
Social Psychology
Relationship between the individual and the social system. Emphasis on integrating individual and social approaches. Topics include attitudes, cognition, motivations, group processes such as socialization, symbolic interaction, coercion, conformity, leadership, cohesion.
Precludes additional credit for PSYC 2100.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2200 [0.5 credit]
Canadian Society
Theoretical and empirical examination of Canadian social structure. Substantive topics might include demographics, inequalities, the state and social movements.
Canadian Society
Theoretical and empirical examination of Canadian social structure. Substantive topics might include demographics, inequalities, the state and social movements.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2445 [0.5 credit]
Sociology of Deviance
The construction of deviant behaviour and the consequences of such construction for both deviant and conforming persons. Emphasis upon deviance as a normal and necessary result of the socio-cultural processes resulting from, and affecting the activities of a viable society.
Sociology of Deviance
The construction of deviant behaviour and the consequences of such construction for both deviant and conforming persons. Emphasis upon deviance as a normal and necessary result of the socio-cultural processes resulting from, and affecting the activities of a viable society.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 2505.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C- or higher in SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or in ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C- or higher in SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or in ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2450 [0.5 credit]
Criminology
The study of the criminal justice system response to crime and deviance. Institutional arrangements are examined as are the policies and programs by which society reacts to crime.
Criminology
The study of the criminal justice system response to crime and deviance. Institutional arrangements are examined as are the policies and programs by which society reacts to crime.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 2701.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C- or higher in SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or in ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): grade of C- or higher in SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or in ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and workshop three hours a week.
SOCI 2702 [0.5 credit]
Power and Everyday Life
A thematic investigation of the intersection of relations of power and culture in everyday life. Topics may include leisure, consumption, identity, fashion, sexuality, tourism, health, skills, pollution and work.
Power and Everyday Life
A thematic investigation of the intersection of relations of power and culture in everyday life. Topics may include leisure, consumption, identity, fashion, sexuality, tourism, health, skills, pollution and work.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures three hours a week.
Lectures three hours a week.
SOCI 2705 [0.5 credit]
Popular Culture in the Digital Age
An examination of various approaches to analyzing digital media and their role in the production and consumption of contemporary cultural forms and practices. Students will reflect upon their use of digital media and the influence they have on their lives and popular culture, more generally.
Popular Culture in the Digital Age
An examination of various approaches to analyzing digital media and their role in the production and consumption of contemporary cultural forms and practices. Students will reflect upon their use of digital media and the influence they have on their lives and popular culture, more generally.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002 or SOCI 1003 [1.0] or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 2810 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Sociology
Selected topics in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Sociology
Selected topics in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 2820 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Sociology
Selected topics in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Sociology
Selected topics in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 2910 [0.5 credit]
Course-Related Tutorials in Sociology
Consult the Department for information.
Course-Related Tutorials in Sociology
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SOCI 2920 [0.5 credit]
Course-Related Tutorials in Sociology
Consult the Department for information.
Course-Related Tutorials in Sociology
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SOCI 3003 [1.0 credit]
Quantitative Methods: Research Design and Data Analysis
Introduction to research methodology and use of multivariate statistics in sociology. Descriptive statistics, foundations of statistical inference, overview of selected hypothesis tests, bivariate correlations and regression, introduction to multiple regression. Analysis of sociological data using SPSS.
Quantitative Methods: Research Design and Data Analysis
Introduction to research methodology and use of multivariate statistics in sociology. Descriptive statistics, foundations of statistical inference, overview of selected hypothesis tests, bivariate correlations and regression, introduction to multiple regression. Analysis of sociological data using SPSS.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2003 [1.0] or SOCI 2001 and SOCI 2002 and third=year standing.
Lectures and lab three hours a week.
Lectures and lab three hours a week.
SOCI 3004 [0.5 credit]
Qualitative Research: Approaches & Strategies
Introduction to qualitative research design, data collection, and data analysis. Topics may include: sampling, data collection methods, archival research, computer assisted qualitative data analysis (e.g. NVivo, Atlas, Ti), research values and ethics, epistemological issues in research. reflexivity; writing up qualitative research.
Qualitative Research: Approaches & Strategies
Introduction to qualitative research design, data collection, and data analysis. Topics may include: sampling, data collection methods, archival research, computer assisted qualitative data analysis (e.g. NVivo, Atlas, Ti), research values and ethics, epistemological issues in research. reflexivity; writing up qualitative research.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2001 and third-year standing.
SOCI 3005 [1.0 credit]
Contemporary Sociological Theory
Developments in theoretical sociology since the mid-twentieth century such as systems theory, structuralism and post-structuralism, ethnomethodology, feminism and modern Marxism.
Contemporary Sociological Theory
Developments in theoretical sociology since the mid-twentieth century such as systems theory, structuralism and post-structuralism, ethnomethodology, feminism and modern Marxism.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 4006.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2005 and third-year standing.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2005 and third-year standing.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
SOCI 3010 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Power and Stratification
Theoretical and empirical examination of the bases of structured inequality. Topics might include, in cross-national perspective, social class, gender, race and ethnicity, and age.
Studies in Power and Stratification
Theoretical and empirical examination of the bases of structured inequality. Topics might include, in cross-national perspective, social class, gender, race and ethnicity, and age.
SOCI 3019 [0.5 credit]
Sociology of International Migration
This course draws from global and interdisciplinary theoretical perspectives to examine primarily though not exclusively Canadian immigration policy and the socio-historical forces shaping policy, migration patterns, permanent, temporary and circular migration, the experiences of immigrants, refugees and migrants; and diasporic and transnational communities and identities.
Sociology of International Migration
This course draws from global and interdisciplinary theoretical perspectives to examine primarily though not exclusively Canadian immigration policy and the socio-historical forces shaping policy, migration patterns, permanent, temporary and circular migration, the experiences of immigrants, refugees and migrants; and diasporic and transnational communities and identities.
Prerequisite(s): 1.0 credit from: (SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002) or SOCI 1003 [1.0] or (ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002) or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third year standing.
SOCI 3020 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Race and Ethnicity
Race, racism and ethnicity in Canada and internationally. Critical perspectives on race and ethnicity, which intersect with other social relations. Racism, Eurocentrism, Orientalism, nationalism, colonialism, international migration, citizenship, and diasporic cultures.
Studies in Race and Ethnicity
Race, racism and ethnicity in Canada and internationally. Critical perspectives on race and ethnicity, which intersect with other social relations. Racism, Eurocentrism, Orientalism, nationalism, colonialism, international migration, citizenship, and diasporic cultures.
SOCI 3027 [0.5 credit]
Globalization and Human Rights
Examination of the various dimensions and meanings of globalization and its relationship with human rights, with emphasis on the implications of the emerging global economy for economic, social, political and cultural rights.
Globalization and Human Rights
Examination of the various dimensions and meanings of globalization and its relationship with human rights, with emphasis on the implications of the emerging global economy for economic, social, political and cultural rights.
Also listed as ANTH 3027 and PSCI 3802.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lectures three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lectures three hours a week.
SOCI 3030 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Work, Industry and Occupations: Authority and Expertise
The nature and place of expert knowledge in societies. The development of the practices and organization of the professions and their relation to social stratification, the state, patriarchy and gender; the systematic development of knowledge in societies.
Studies in Work, Industry and Occupations: Authority and Expertise
The nature and place of expert knowledge in societies. The development of the practices and organization of the professions and their relation to social stratification, the state, patriarchy and gender; the systematic development of knowledge in societies.
SOCI 3033 [0.5 credit]
Science, Technology and the Environment
Introduction to the socio-cultural study of science, technology and the environment including the cultural character of contemportary technology, the generation and cultural construction of knowledge through science, and the implications of science and technology for cultural livelihood and ecological sustainability.
Science, Technology and the Environment
Introduction to the socio-cultural study of science, technology and the environment including the cultural character of contemportary technology, the generation and cultural construction of knowledge through science, and the implications of science and technology for cultural livelihood and ecological sustainability.
Also listed as ANTH 3033.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0] or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0] or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
SOCI 3035 [0.5 credit]
Science, Culture and Society: Social Studies of Science
Principal theories and methods used by Science and Technology Studies scholars to examine the social construction of scientific knowledge. Topics may include the demarcation of science from non-science, the relationship between experts and laypersons, and the study of scientific controversies.
Science, Culture and Society: Social Studies of Science
Principal theories and methods used by Science and Technology Studies scholars to examine the social construction of scientific knowledge. Topics may include the demarcation of science from non-science, the relationship between experts and laypersons, and the study of scientific controversies.
Also listed as ANTH 3035.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2035 or ANTH 2035 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2035 or ANTH 2035 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3037 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Information Systems and Social Power
Knowledge/power relations in historical and comparative perspective, with attention to information devices, techniques, and practices.
Studies in Information Systems and Social Power
Knowledge/power relations in historical and comparative perspective, with attention to information devices, techniques, and practices.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3038 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Urban Sociology
Issues related to people and the urban environment, including the historical process of urbanization, rural-urban transition, the diffusion of urban values and life styles, contemporary urban problems such as urban renewal, pollution and the pressures of the urban environment on social institutions.
Studies in Urban Sociology
Issues related to people and the urban environment, including the historical process of urbanization, rural-urban transition, the diffusion of urban values and life styles, contemporary urban problems such as urban renewal, pollution and the pressures of the urban environment on social institutions.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 2504.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3040 [0.5 credit]
Studies in the Sociology of Gender
Sociological and feminist perspectives; applied understandings of gender, gender relations; women's and men's lives in contemporary Canadian society and in historical and cross-cultural terms. Multiple intersections between gender, race, ethnicity, class and sexuality.
Studies in the Sociology of Gender
Sociological and feminist perspectives; applied understandings of gender, gender relations; women's and men's lives in contemporary Canadian society and in historical and cross-cultural terms. Multiple intersections between gender, race, ethnicity, class and sexuality.
SOCI 3044 [0.5 credit]
Sociology of Sex and Sexuality
Key concepts of sex, sexuality, gender, eroticism and pleasure. The history of sex and sexuality with reference to heterosexuality. The regulation of sexual relations and practices. Why are sex and morals linked? Sex and marriage: monogamy and serial monogamy. Sex, love and intimacy. The sexual revolution and the possibility of sexual equality.
Sociology of Sex and Sexuality
Key concepts of sex, sexuality, gender, eroticism and pleasure. The history of sex and sexuality with reference to heterosexuality. The regulation of sexual relations and practices. Why are sex and morals linked? Sex and marriage: monogamy and serial monogamy. Sex, love and intimacy. The sexual revolution and the possibility of sexual equality.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0] or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0].
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
Lectures and discussion three hours a week.
SOCI 3045 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Children and Childhood
A socio-historical and cross-cultural exploration of constructions, deconstructions, and the experience of childhood in Canada and internationally. Compulsory schooling, child labour, protection and regulation in law, the commodification and equalization of childhood, children's social movements, and the emergence of children's rights discourses.
Studies in Children and Childhood
A socio-historical and cross-cultural exploration of constructions, deconstructions, and the experience of childhood in Canada and internationally. Compulsory schooling, child labour, protection and regulation in law, the commodification and equalization of childhood, children's social movements, and the emergence of children's rights discourses.
Also listed as ANTH 3045.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3050 [0.5 credit]
Studies in the Sociology of Health
Current theory and research on health, disease and social responses to health issues. Topics include population differences incidence and prevalence of morbidity and mortality, access to care and government health policy. Focus upon cultural definitions of health and their consequences for health promotion practices.
Studies in the Sociology of Health
Current theory and research on health, disease and social responses to health issues. Topics include population differences incidence and prevalence of morbidity and mortality, access to care and government health policy. Focus upon cultural definitions of health and their consequences for health promotion practices.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3705.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3055 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Addictions
Survey of alcohol and other drug use in cross-cultural and sub-group perspectives. Relationships between culture, social structure and patterns of use of psychoactive substances. Topics may include: substance use and the life cycle; gender and psychoactive substances; problem and non-problem use.
Studies in Addictions
Survey of alcohol and other drug use in cross-cultural and sub-group perspectives. Relationships between culture, social structure and patterns of use of psychoactive substances. Topics may include: substance use and the life cycle; gender and psychoactive substances; problem and non-problem use.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3001.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3056 [0.5 credit]
Women and Health
Women's health issues and how they relate to social, political and economic factors. The intersection of gender, ethnicity, class, sexual orientation and able-bodiedness with women's health.
Women and Health
Women's health issues and how they relate to social, political and economic factors. The intersection of gender, ethnicity, class, sexual orientation and able-bodiedness with women's health.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002 or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001and ANTH 1002 or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Seminar 3 hours per week
Seminar 3 hours per week
SOCI 3100 [0.5 credit]
Situation, Sense and Sociation
Analysis of the influence of one of the senses (space, movement, touch, scent, taste, vision, hearing) on sociation. Multiple sections may be offered in a term.
Situation, Sense and Sociation
Analysis of the influence of one of the senses (space, movement, touch, scent, taste, vision, hearing) on sociation. Multiple sections may be offered in a term.
SOCI 3210 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Sociology
Selected topics in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Sociology
Selected topics in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3220 [0.5 credit]
Selected Topics in Sociology
Selected topics in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Selected Topics in Sociology
Selected topics in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3300 [0.5 credit]
Studies in the Sociology of Education
Critical analysis of selected work in educational sociology. Topics may include sociological theories of education, school ethnography, contemporary educational policy and practice. Note: Topic will vary in keeping with the interests of students and instructor.
Studies in the Sociology of Education
Critical analysis of selected work in educational sociology. Topics may include sociological theories of education, school ethnography, contemporary educational policy and practice. Note: Topic will vary in keeping with the interests of students and instructor.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3400 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Criminal Justice Policy
An examination of criminal justice policy in Canada with an emphasis on conflicting ideologies and the dynamics of policy-making decisions. Consideration is given to the relationship between criminal justice policy and other aspects of social change.
Studies in Criminal Justice Policy
An examination of criminal justice policy in Canada with an emphasis on conflicting ideologies and the dynamics of policy-making decisions. Consideration is given to the relationship between criminal justice policy and other aspects of social change.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3703.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2445 and SOCI 2450 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2445 and SOCI 2450 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3410 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Criminal Justice
Developments in criminal justice are examined in the context of broader social issues. Particular emphasis will be placed on contemporary developments in criminal justice institutions, programs and practices.
Studies in Criminal Justice
Developments in criminal justice are examined in the context of broader social issues. Particular emphasis will be placed on contemporary developments in criminal justice institutions, programs and practices.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3808.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2445 and SOCI 2450 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2445 and SOCI 2450 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3420 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Gender and Criminal Justice
An overview of current issues related to women as both perpetrators and victims of crime and the Canadian criminal justice system's response to them. Topics may include woman abuse, sexual assault, and federally sentenced women.
Studies in Gender and Criminal Justice
An overview of current issues related to women as both perpetrators and victims of crime and the Canadian criminal justice system's response to them. Topics may include woman abuse, sexual assault, and federally sentenced women.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3201.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], and SOCI 2450 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], and SOCI 2450 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3430 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Collective Action and Social Movements
Survey of the the effects of collective action on social change. Topics may include social movements, protest and activism, crowds, fads rumour or gossip.
Studies in Collective Action and Social Movements
Survey of the the effects of collective action on social change. Topics may include social movements, protest and activism, crowds, fads rumour or gossip.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3408.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing. SOCI 2150 is recommended but not required.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing. SOCI 2150 is recommended but not required.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3450 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Law Enforcement
A comparative examination of contemporary law enforcement. Topics may include public versus private policing, centralized versus decentralized policing, and transnational policing.
Studies in Law Enforcement
A comparative examination of contemporary law enforcement. Topics may include public versus private policing, centralized versus decentralized policing, and transnational policing.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3507.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2450 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2450 and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3480 [0.5 credit]
Studies in the Sociology of Law
Development of law in relation to modernity and capitalism through the theories of Marx, Durkheim, Weber and Foucault.
Studies in the Sociology of Law
Development of law in relation to modernity and capitalism through the theories of Marx, Durkheim, Weber and Foucault.
Also listed as LAWS 3106.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3801.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 3801.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3570 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Art, Culture and Society
Thematic investigation of genres, forms and styles of art, culture and society. Topics may include current debates on social structure and artistic creativity; ideology, cultural memory and politics, patronage and art; cross-cultural representations, taste, social mobility and art; modernism and the avant-garde.
Studies in Art, Culture and Society
Thematic investigation of genres, forms and styles of art, culture and society. Topics may include current debates on social structure and artistic creativity; ideology, cultural memory and politics, patronage and art; cross-cultural representations, taste, social mobility and art; modernism and the avant-garde.
Also listed as ANTH 3570.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002,or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or an introductory course in Art History, and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002,or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], or an introductory course in Art History, and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3710 [0.5 credit]
Introduction to Cultural Studies
Research and theory in the interdisciplinary area of Cultural Studies. Contemporary cultural change in the advanced industrialized societies and its impact on everyday life.
Introduction to Cultural Studies
Research and theory in the interdisciplinary area of Cultural Studies. Contemporary cultural change in the advanced industrialized societies and its impact on everyday life.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 3710 and SOAN 3805.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3730 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Society and Shelter
Buildings and shelter as human, social products. Topics may include the perception of the environment and its impact on social processes; the making and use of buildings as a social process; shelter as a social institution and its relation to other social institutions.
Studies in Society and Shelter
Buildings and shelter as human, social products. Topics may include the perception of the environment and its impact on social processes; the making and use of buildings as a social process; shelter as a social institution and its relation to other social institutions.
Also listed as ARCH 4203.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3780 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Power and Everyday Life
Continuing inquiry into the relations between power and various facets of everyday life. Topics may include consumption, leisure, identity, fashion, food, tourism, health and popular culture.
Studies in Power and Everyday Life
Continuing inquiry into the relations between power and various facets of everyday life. Topics may include consumption, leisure, identity, fashion, food, tourism, health and popular culture.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 3780.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3805 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Population
Introduction to historical and recent debates on population growth. Examination of changes in marriage, fertility, mortality and migration from an international perspective. Causes and consequences of demographic change.
Studies in Population
Introduction to historical and recent debates on population growth. Examination of changes in marriage, fertility, mortality and migration from an international perspective. Causes and consequences of demographic change.
SOCI 3810 [0.5 credit]
Studies in Social Policy
A critical examination of selected areas of social policy. Topics might include health care, education, and aboriginal policies.
Studies in Social Policy
A critical examination of selected areas of social policy. Topics might include health care, education, and aboriginal policies.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], and third-year standing.
Lecture three hours a week.
Lecture three hours a week.
SOCI 3910 [0.5 credit]
Course-Related Tutorials in Sociology
Consult the Department for information, as departmental permission is required.
Course-Related Tutorials in Sociology
Consult the Department for information, as departmental permission is required.
SOCI 3920 [0.5 credit]
Course-Related Tutorials in Sociology
Consult the Department for information, as departmental permission is required.
Course-Related Tutorials in Sociology
Consult the Department for information, as departmental permission is required.
SOCI 3999 [0.0 credit]
Co-operative Work Term
Co-operative Work Term
SOCI 4002 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Sociological Theory
Close study of the works of an author, tendency, or school of thought in theoretical sociology. Topic will vary in keeping with interests of the students and instructor.
Advanced Studies in Sociological Theory
Close study of the works of an author, tendency, or school of thought in theoretical sociology. Topic will vary in keeping with interests of the students and instructor.
SOCI 4003 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Qualitative Research
In-depth study into selected issues in qualitative research design, implementation and data analysis. Topics covered may include participant observation, ethnomethodology, ethnography, grounded theory, discourse analysis, narrative analysis, textual analysis, and document analysis. Intersections between epistemologies and methodologies.
Advanced Studies in Qualitative Research
In-depth study into selected issues in qualitative research design, implementation and data analysis. Topics covered may include participant observation, ethnomethodology, ethnography, grounded theory, discourse analysis, narrative analysis, textual analysis, and document analysis. Intersections between epistemologies and methodologies.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 4003.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2003 and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 2003 and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4008 [0.5 credit]
Contemporary Issues in Sociology
Reflexive work on sociology as a discipline or on the capacity of sociology to engage with matters of contention in the contemporary world. Topic will vary in keeping with interests of students and instructor.
Contemporary Issues in Sociology
Reflexive work on sociology as a discipline or on the capacity of sociology to engage with matters of contention in the contemporary world. Topic will vary in keeping with interests of students and instructor.
SOCI 4009 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Quantitative Research
Study of specific quantitative methodological issues. Focus may be on one or two of the following topics: quantitative research design, sampling techniques, survey research methods and various statistical research methods including OLS and logistic regression.
Advanced Studies in Quantitative Research
Study of specific quantitative methodological issues. Focus may be on one or two of the following topics: quantitative research design, sampling techniques, survey research methods and various statistical research methods including OLS and logistic regression.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 4840.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 3003 and fourth-year standing.
Seminar and lab three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 3003 and fourth-year standing.
Seminar and lab three hours a week.
SOCI 4010 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Power and Stratification
A research-oriented seminar examining structured social inequalities.
Advanced Studies in Power and Stratification
A research-oriented seminar examining structured social inequalities.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4020 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Race and Ethnicity
Selected topics in race and ethnicity in an international context. Specific topics will vary according to instructors' research interests.
Advanced Studies in Race and Ethnicity
Selected topics in race and ethnicity in an international context. Specific topics will vary according to instructors' research interests.
SOCI 4030 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Work, Industry and Occupations
A research-oriented seminar that may focus on one or more of the following topics: Work, Organization and Technology; Developments in the Labour Process; Work, Organization and Gender; Organizational Theory; Work and Leisure; Labour Movements; and Work, Organizations and Culture.
Advanced Studies in Work, Industry and Occupations
A research-oriented seminar that may focus on one or more of the following topics: Work, Organization and Technology; Developments in the Labour Process; Work, Organization and Gender; Organizational Theory; Work and Leisure; Labour Movements; and Work, Organizations and Culture.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week
Seminar three hours a week
SOCI 4035 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Information Technologies
A critical social perspective on knowledge and information traditions, forms, theories and techniques using comparative case studies of specific rituals, technologies and other assemblages which code and decode information.
Advanced Studies in Information Technologies
A critical social perspective on knowledge and information traditions, forms, theories and techniques using comparative case studies of specific rituals, technologies and other assemblages which code and decode information.
SOCI 4036 [0.5 credit]
Science and Technology Studies: Selected Topics
The course is concerned with broadening students’ understanding of Science and Technology Studies by focussing on a particular topic relevant to this field of study. The topic selected will vary from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Science and Technology Studies: Selected Topics
The course is concerned with broadening students’ understanding of Science and Technology Studies by focussing on a particular topic relevant to this field of study. The topic selected will vary from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Also listed as ANTH 4036.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 4401.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 4401.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4038 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Urban Cultures
A research-oriented seminar on social and cultural aspects of urban life, drawing on the local region. Topics may include social space, planning, mobility, diasporic cultures, the metropolis and civil society, the global city and virtual forms of the urban.
Advanced Studies in Urban Cultures
A research-oriented seminar on social and cultural aspects of urban life, drawing on the local region. Topics may include social space, planning, mobility, diasporic cultures, the metropolis and civil society, the global city and virtual forms of the urban.
Precludes additional credit for SOAN 4506.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4039 [0.5 credit]
Women in Contemporary Middle East Societies
The socio-economic, political and cultural realities of Middle Eastern women with focus on their lived experiences, voices and stories. Different countries will be chosen as case studies each year.
Women in Contemporary Middle East Societies
The socio-economic, political and cultural realities of Middle Eastern women with focus on their lived experiences, voices and stories. Different countries will be chosen as case studies each year.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 1001 and SOCI 1002, or SOCI 1003 [1.0], or ANTH 1001 and ANTH 1002, or ANTH 1003 [1.0], and fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4040 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in the Sociology of Gender
Gender and gender relations; intersections between gender, race, ethnicity, class and sexuality. Topics may include gender divisions of labour, employment, domestic life, violence, sexualities, men and masculinities, cross-cultural issues, body image, media, sport, education and religion.
Advanced Studies in the Sociology of Gender
Gender and gender relations; intersections between gender, race, ethnicity, class and sexuality. Topics may include gender divisions of labour, employment, domestic life, violence, sexualities, men and masculinities, cross-cultural issues, body image, media, sport, education and religion.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4043 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in the Sociology of the Family
A research-oriented seminar focusing on social policy and family form. Topics may include: immigrant families, divorce, reconstructed families, lone parenting, family poverty, the elderly, motherhood, fatherhood, family roles, and childcare practices.
Advanced Studies in the Sociology of the Family
A research-oriented seminar focusing on social policy and family form. Topics may include: immigrant families, divorce, reconstructed families, lone parenting, family poverty, the elderly, motherhood, fatherhood, family roles, and childcare practices.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4045 [0.5 credit]
Sociology of Sex and Sexuality: Selected Topics
Themes within the sociology of sex and sexuality. The topic selected will vary from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Sociology of Sex and Sexuality: Selected Topics
Themes within the sociology of sex and sexuality. The topic selected will vary from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4055 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Addictions
Methodologies of research on alcohol and other drugs; construction of meanings of addiction and of problems associated with the use of pyschoactive substances, examination of policies in national and international perspective, and modes and ideologies of treatment.
Advanced Studies in Addictions
Methodologies of research on alcohol and other drugs; construction of meanings of addiction and of problems associated with the use of pyschoactive substances, examination of policies in national and international perspective, and modes and ideologies of treatment.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 4005.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4100 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Situation, Sense and Sociation
The class designs and implements a common fieldwork project of its choosing. Students submit their own analysis of the results.
Advanced Studies in Situation, Sense and Sociation
The class designs and implements a common fieldwork project of its choosing. Students submit their own analysis of the results.
SOCI 4410 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Criminology
Crime, criminal justice, social processes relating to the implementation of criminal justice policy, or other aspects of criminality and deviance.
Advanced Studies in Criminology
Crime, criminal justice, social processes relating to the implementation of criminal justice policy, or other aspects of criminality and deviance.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4420 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Gender and Criminal Justice
Critical overview of sociological perspectives on women within the criminal justice system. Conceptual, theoretical, methodological and policy issues.
Advanced Studies in Gender and Criminal Justice
Critical overview of sociological perspectives on women within the criminal justice system. Conceptual, theoretical, methodological and policy issues.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4430 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Youth Culture and Juvenile Justice
Establishment and development of the youth justice system in Canada; analysis of juvenile justice policy in relation to crime patterns and youth culture; emphasis on the federal Young Offenders Act and its consequences for the juvenile justice system.
Advanced Studies in Youth Culture and Juvenile Justice
Establishment and development of the youth justice system in Canada; analysis of juvenile justice policy in relation to crime patterns and youth culture; emphasis on the federal Young Offenders Act and its consequences for the juvenile justice system.
Precludes additional credit for SOCI 4704.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4480 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in the Sociology of Law
Contemporary debates about the role of law in society focusing on the potential and limits of law as a vehicle of social transformation.
Advanced Studies in the Sociology of Law
Contemporary debates about the role of law in society focusing on the potential and limits of law as a vehicle of social transformation.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4650 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Power and Everyday Life
Examination of a selected topic in Power and Everyday Life. Topics to be announced in advance each year.
Advanced Studies in Power and Everyday Life
Examination of a selected topic in Power and Everyday Life. Topics to be announced in advance each year.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 4650 and SOAN 4707 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4701 [0.5 credit]
Special Topic in Criminal Justice and Social Policy
Examination of a selected topic in criminal justice and social policy. Topics to be announced.
Special Topic in Criminal Justice and Social Policy
Examination of a selected topic in criminal justice and social policy. Topics to be announced.
SOCI 4702 [0.5 credit]
Special Topic in Criminal Justice and Social Policy
Examination of a selected topic in criminal justice and social policy. Topics to be announced.
Special Topic in Criminal Justice and Social Policy
Examination of a selected topic in criminal justice and social policy. Topics to be announced.
SOCI 4703 [0.5 credit]
Special Topic in Criminal Justice and Social Policy
Examination of a selected topic in criminal justice and social policy. Topics to be announced.
Special Topic in Criminal Justice and Social Policy
Examination of a selected topic in criminal justice and social policy. Topics to be announced.
SOCI 4710 [0.5 credit]
Directed Research in Power and Everyday Life
A directed research project to be selected in consultation with a member of faculty. Research projects will focus on aspects of the intersection of power and everyday life.
Directed Research in Power and Everyday Life
A directed research project to be selected in consultation with a member of faculty. Research projects will focus on aspects of the intersection of power and everyday life.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 4710 and SOAN 4904 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing. Contact hours to be negotiated with the research supervisor.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing. Contact hours to be negotiated with the research supervisor.
SOCI 4720 [0.5 credit]
Research Placement in Power and Everyday Life
A supervised research placement directly related to the activities of an organized research unit at Carleton University or other approved organization.
Research Placement in Power and Everyday Life
A supervised research placement directly related to the activities of an organized research unit at Carleton University or other approved organization.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 4720 and SOAN 4906 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Contact hours to be negotiated with the research supervisor.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Contact hours to be negotiated with the research supervisor.
SOCI 4730 [0.5 credit]
Colonialism and Post-Colonialism
Comparative ethnographic and historical approaches to colonialism including topics such as the formation of colonial regimes, colonial governmentality, servile labour systems, missionization, anti-colonial resistance, cultural hybridization and post-colonial memory. Exploration of debates over the relation between colonialism and the production of social scientific knowledge.
Colonialism and Post-Colonialism
Comparative ethnographic and historical approaches to colonialism including topics such as the formation of colonial regimes, colonial governmentality, servile labour systems, missionization, anti-colonial resistance, cultural hybridization and post-colonial memory. Exploration of debates over the relation between colonialism and the production of social scientific knowledge.
SOCI 4740 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Subjectivity
The experience of selfhood and identity in social and cultural context. Regimes of the body, practices of self-formation, consumption, pleasure, sexuality and social domination. Topic will vary in keeping with interests of students and instructor.
Advanced Studies in Subjectivity
The experience of selfhood and identity in social and cultural context. Regimes of the body, practices of self-formation, consumption, pleasure, sexuality and social domination. Topic will vary in keeping with interests of students and instructor.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 4740.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4750 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Globalization and Citizenship
Selected topics on the confluence of processes of globalization, development and citizenship; examination of debates about the meaning and impact of globalization on patterns of inequality and citizenship both internationally and within Canada, and about strategies for progressive development.
Advanced Studies in Globalization and Citizenship
Selected topics on the confluence of processes of globalization, development and citizenship; examination of debates about the meaning and impact of globalization on patterns of inequality and citizenship both internationally and within Canada, and about strategies for progressive development.
SOCI 4760 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Time and Space
The organization and experience of time and/or space in social and cultural context. Techniques of time discipline, politics of social memory, rhythms of everyday life, etc. Social distance, interchanges, the collapse of space, positioning etc. Topic will vary in keeping with interests of students and instructor.
Advanced Studies in Time and Space
The organization and experience of time and/or space in social and cultural context. Techniques of time discipline, politics of social memory, rhythms of everyday life, etc. Social distance, interchanges, the collapse of space, positioning etc. Topic will vary in keeping with interests of students and instructor.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 4760.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4770 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Governmentality
Starting from Foucault's concept of `governmentality', the course explores the discourses, rationalities, and practices of governing; the way in which `governing others' is linked to `self-governance.'.
Advanced Studies in Governmentality
Starting from Foucault's concept of `governmentality', the course explores the discourses, rationalities, and practices of governing; the way in which `governing others' is linked to `self-governance.'.
Precludes additional credit for ANTH 4770.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4810 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Social Policy
An examination of sociological research and social intervention.
Advanced Studies in Social Policy
An examination of sociological research and social intervention.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4820 [0.5 credit]
Field Placement: Research and Analysis
Students participate in a supervised research placement with a government agency, community organization or faculty member. A written summary of the student's research activities is graded.
Field Placement: Research and Analysis
Students participate in a supervised research placement with a government agency, community organization or faculty member. A written summary of the student's research activities is graded.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 3003 and fourth-year standing and permission of the Department.
SOCI 4830 [0.5 credit]
Advanced Studies in Applied Social Research
Practical application of social research insights and technique to topics of interest in public policy and consultancy arenas. Topics include research design, data collection, ethics, data ownership, policy implications, proposal writing, research resource location, secondary data analysis, development of research strategies, and effective report writing.
Advanced Studies in Applied Social Research
Practical application of social research insights and technique to topics of interest in public policy and consultancy arenas. Topics include research design, data collection, ethics, data ownership, policy implications, proposal writing, research resource location, secondary data analysis, development of research strategies, and effective report writing.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4850 [0.5 credit]
Contemporary Problems in Sociology
Selected problems in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Contemporary Problems in Sociology
Selected problems in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year Honours standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4860 [0.5 credit]
Contemporary Problems in Sociology
Selected problems in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Contemporary Problems in Sociology
Selected problems in sociology not ordinarily treated in the regular course program. The choice of topics varies from year to year. Students should check with the Department regarding the topic offered.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year Honours standing.
Seminar three hours a week.
Seminar three hours a week.
SOCI 4910 [0.5 credit]
Tutorial in Sociology
Consult the Department for information.
Tutorial in Sociology
Consult the Department for information.
SOCI 4920 [0.5 credit]
Tutorial in Sociology
Consult the Department for information.
Tutorial in Sociology
Consult the Department for information.
SOCI 4930 [1.0 credit]
Directed Research
Directed studies to investigate a particular topic.
Directed Research
Directed studies to investigate a particular topic.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year Honours standing in Sociology and permission of the department. Enrolment is limited to Honours students with a CGPA in Sociology of 9.00 or higher and a proposal approved by the Honours Committee.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca
Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca