COURSE CURRICULUM

The Sociology (SOC) program offers a comprehensive exploration of social life through a wide array of courses covering foundational and specialized topics. Starting with introductory courses like SOC101 - Introduction to Sociology, students build a solid base before delving into focused areas such as family dynamics (SOC200), social problems (SOC205), and criminology (SOC227). The curriculum addresses diverse themes including inequality, race and ethnicity (SOC256), migration (SOC270, SOC342), and aging (SOC352), as well as contemporary social issues like surveillance (SOC213, SOC413), digital cultures (SOC324), and cybercrime (SOC435). The program also offers in-depth theoretical studies with courses on classical and contemporary sociological theory (SOC202, SOC302, SOC405, SOC406) and research methods (SOC221, SOC322), ensuring students gain critical analytical skills. Specialized seminars and independent study options (SOC398R, SOC399R) allow for personalized academic focus, while honours courses (SOC497, SOC499A/B) support advanced research. With topics spanning from health and illness (SOC248) to social movements (SOC346) and humanitarianism (SOC452), the program equips students with a versatile understanding of societal structures and issues. This broad and dynamic curriculum prepares graduates for careers in social services, policy, law, and research, making them well-equipped to analyze and address complex social challenges.