Involves a critical and analytical examination of theoretical, ideological, philosophical, political and socio-economic bases within social welfare that underlie social work practice. Specific topics covered may include: child poverty, homelessness and visible minority youth violence. Prerequisites: SOCI 101,102. Exclusion: SOCI 351.

Investigates social work and social welfare principles, practices and values in the light of biblical teachings on individuals, families and communities. The history and development of social work in Canada are examined. Students are challenged to develop an understanding of social work as having the goal of empowering the weak and as a struggle against all forms of oppression. Prerequisites: PSYC 101, 102, SOCI 251. Exclusion: SOCI 151.

Same as CHRI 271.

Same as LING 211.

Same as CHRI 331.

Same as CHRI 332.

Same as CHRI 366 and IDVP 304.

Same as CHRI 367 and IDVP 303.

Provides a study of Christian marriage and family life in accordance with biblical principles and the relevant findings in the social sciences. Topics considered include friendship, marriage preparation, communication, marital and family roles, marriage enrichment, a Christian view of sexuality, the ethics of family planning and the rearing of children. Prerequisites: SOCI 101, 102.

Offers a unique and interdisciplinary focus on the roots of violence. It explores cutting-edge research on the etiology, nature, assessment and treatment of individuals who commit violent crimes. This course builds on theories and concepts acquired from the prerequisite courses. This course examines the origins of violence, including family and other social factors, media violence, genetics, biochemistry and head injuries. It also delves into research on specific subgroups of offenders, including sex offenders, domestic violence perpetrators, murderers and serial murderers, as well as focuses on issues related to victimology, prevention and the treatment of violent offenders. Prerequisites: SOCI 101, 102, 251.

Explores the role of Mass Media in North American society, focusing on (radio, television, film, social media). Mass media consists of various means by which information reaches society. This course will provide a foundation for students to critically analyze mass media using two critical perspectives on mass media – political economy and cultural studies. These Marxian-influenced perspectives focus on issues of power, inequality and conflict in relation to mass media. Political economy ties the issues to media production while cultural studies links the issues to media content. Prerequisites: SOCI 101, 102.

Same as PSYC 360.

Specific topics relating to the professor’s research interests. Seminar format. Topics will vary from year to year. Prerequisite: SOCI 101 or SOCI 102. Limited to third- and fourth-year students.