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SOCI 331	SOCI 331 Sociology of Religion Course Credits: 3 An introduction to the theories and concepts utilized by sociologists to interpret religious behaviour and the organization of religion. Cross-listed: RELS 371 Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101
SOCI 335	SOCI 335 Classical Theory Course Credits: 3 This course explores the ideas of social theorists central to the development of sociology, the role of social theory in the social sciences, and its application to social research. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101 NB: Not offered every year. See department chair.
SOCI 336	SOCI 336 Contemporary Theory Course Credits: 3 An examination of major theoretical perspectives in sociology, such as functionalism, symbolic interactionism, phenomenological sociology, ethnomethodology, neo-Marxism, critical theory, exchange theory, rational choice, postmodernity, and globalization. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101
SOCI 340	SOCI 340 Religion & Culture in Canada Course Credits: 3 This course examines the role of religious beliefs and practices in Canadian culture from a sociological perspective. Emphasis is on understanding pluralism, multiculturalism, and contemporary religious expression in relation to other social institutions like family, economics, and politics. Attention is given to cross-cultural comparisons of religions in Canada. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101
SOCI 350	SOCI 350 Urban Studies Course Credits: 3 This course examines the evolution of the city, from its earliest pre-industrial roots to cities of the New Economy, and provides a sociological analysis of selected urban social issues. The course explores the urban effect on society and the various efforts, past and present, to make cities more livable. Cross-listed: ANTH 350 Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology or Anthropology
SOCI 355	SOCI 355 Community Development Course Credits: 3 The goal of this course is to clarify thinking about the use of the term community, to explore the role of community in contemporary society, and to consider societal and cultural factors that either promote or undermine the building of community. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology or Anthropology
SOCI 356	SOCI 356 Self & Identity Course Credits: 3 This course offers an in-depth exploration of the development and applicability of the theoretical perspective of symbolic interactionism to the study of self and identity. Students will encounter the work of several classical and contemporary theorists on the topic of self and identity including different perspectives on socialization, self-presentation and authenticity. This course will provide students with a greater understanding of how broader social institutions and narratives intertwine with and influence individual self-narratives, agency and expression. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101
SOCI 360	SOCI 360 Research Methods in Social Sciences Course Credits: 3 An introduction to the concepts and processes of both qualitative and quantitative social research. Research processes include problem definition, data collection, and analysis. Students are expected to develop research skills through practical application. Prerequisite(s): SOCI 101, 207, and third-year standing NB: Not offered every year. See Department chair.
SOCI 365	SOCI 365 Sociology of Education Course Credits: 3 An analysis of the role of the school in culture; societal trends affecting the institutions and practices of education; interpretive paradigms and related research studies; group dynamics in education; religious, social, and economic factors and issues in Canadian education. Prerequisite(s): 6 sem. hrs. of Sociology including SOCI 101

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