Society and Culture

Course description

Students develop an understanding of society, culture, social structures, basic social institutions and their interrelations, the nature of social interactions, and the relationship between the individual and society. Particular attention is given to major issues within society such as power. Social issues are examined comparatively with particular reference to Canadian society. Major theoretical issues in sociology, the methods of sociology, and the rules of evidence in social science are introduced.

Students registering for credit courses for the first time must declare a program at the point of registration. Declaring a program does not necessarily mean students must complete a program, individual courses may be taken for skill improvement and upgrading.

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