COURSE CURRICULUM

The Sociology graduate program at Lakehead University offers a diverse range of courses designed to deepen students’ understanding of social issues through both theoretical and practical lenses. Core courses include Sociology 5111: Problems and Issues in Sociology, a required critical examination of sociological theories, and methods courses like Sociology 5112: Quantitative Sociology and Sociology 5113: Qualitative Methods, which equip students with essential research skills. Specialized courses explore key topics such as Mental Health and Society (Sociology 5010), Global Public Health (Sociology 5011), and Gender, Health & Food Justice (Sociology 5116), highlighting the program’s interdisciplinary and socially relevant focus. The curriculum also addresses regional and cultural concerns through courses like Social Issues in the Canadian North (Sociology 5217). Knowledge mobilization is emphasized in Sociology 5117, where students learn to communicate sociological research to diverse audiences. Students can tailor their learning with directed readings (Sociology 5850) and choose between research-based projects, such as the Research Paper (Sociology 5920), or the more extensive Master’s Thesis (Sociology 5901). This comprehensive course offering supports the development of critical thinking, research skills, and applied sociological knowledge essential for addressing contemporary social challenges.