A survey of the areas of research which interest the sociologist. Interpretation of human action from the standpoint of the group. Two lectures, one...
An analysis of deviant behaviour and conformity in relation to social structure and processes, and a discussion of problems of control within the...
An examination of the individual in social interaction, with emphasis upon the relationships among individuals, social interaction and social...
The course deals with the study of racial and ethnic group relations in Canada and the United States. Three hours (lectures and discussion); two terms...
A theoretical and empirical analysis of formal and informal organizational structures and processes in the major sectors of modern industrial society....
An examination of the institutional structure and production processes of the press, television, and radio. Topics include news gathering, television...
A comprehensive analysis of educational institutions in modern society. Three hours (lectures and discussion); two terms Prerequisite(s): SOCIOL 1A06...
A theoretical and empirical examination of gender differences and gender inequalities with a focus on women's experiences. Three hours (lectures and...
This course will introduce the student to major theories of social inequality, such as the Marxian, Weberian and structural-functionalist...
This course will introduce the student to the empirical literature on social inequality. Depending on the year, the focus will be on class, status,...
An introduction to the foundations, rise and development of sociological theory. Three hours (lectures and discussion); two terms Prerequisite(s):...
This course provides a detailed theoretical and empirical examination of how sport is culturally organized, experienced and mediated. Three hours...
An analysis of kinship and family units in comparative, historical, and contemporary perspective. Three hours (lectures and discussion); two terms ...
An examination of the occupational structure of industrial society, the changing nature of work, and problems associated with such change. Three hours...
This course is designed to develop those skills necessary to pursue and understand research. Several general methods of sociological research will be...
An advanced examination of classical sociological theory.Work to be discussed might include Marx, Weber, Durkheim, Mead, Cooley, Du Bois and Freud....
An examination of selected topics in the sociology of education. Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term Prerequisite(s): At least 18 units...
An analysis of the relationships between mass media and modern society. Topics may include ideology and agenda-setting in the media, representations...
An advanced course allowing detailed study of the family and the life cycle. Special attention will be paid to the mid and later years. Three hours...
An advanced course allowing detailed study of selected topics in the sociology of the family. Three hours (lectures and discussion); one term ...