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Sociology  (B.A.)
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Courses
SOCA01H3 SOCA02H3 SOCB05H3 SOCB06H3 SOCB22H3 SOCB26H3 SOCB42H3 SOCB43H3
SOCB44H3 SOCB45H3 SOCB46H3 SOCB47H3 SOCB48H3 SOCB49H3 SOCB50H3 SOCB51H3
SOCB52H3 SOCB53H3 SOCB54H3 SOCB55H3 SOCB58H3 SOCC03H3 SOCC04H3 SOCC08H3
SOCC09H3 SOCC10H3 SOCC11H3 SOCC16H3 SOCC21H3 SOCC23H3 SOCC24H3 SOCC25H3
SOCC26H3 SOCC29H3 SOCC30H3 SOCC31H3 SOCC33H3 SOCC34H3 SOCC35H3 SOCC37H3
SOCC38H3 SOCC39H3 SOCC40H3 SOCC41H3 SOCC44H3 SOCD40H3 SOCD41H3 SOCD42H3
SOCD43H3 SOCD44H3

Faculty List

 W.W. Isajiw, B.A. (LaSalle), M.A., Ph.D. (Catholic Univ. of America), Professor Emeritus
J. Hannigan, B.A., M.A. (Western Ontario), Ph.D. (Ohio State), Professor
R. O'Toole, B.A. (Leeds), PGCE (London), M.A. (McMaster), Ph.D. (Toronto), Professor
A. Sev'er, B.A., M.A. (Windsor), Ph.D. (York, Canada), Professor
J. Tanner, B.Sc. (Hons.) (London) PGCE (Leicester), M.A., Ph.D. (Alberta), Professor
P-C. Hsiung, B.A. (National Chun-sing University), M.A. (Chinese Cultural University), M.A., PhD. (UCLA), Associate Professor
S. Ungar, B.A. (McGill), M.A., Ph.D. (York, Canada), Associate Professor
J. Hermer, B.A. (Western), M.A. (Carleton), D.Phil. (Oxon.), Assistant Professor
P. Landolt, B.A., M.A. (York), M.A., Ph.D. (Johns Hopkins), Assistant Professor
K. Liddle, B.A. (Oberlin), M.A. (Auburn), Ph.D. (Emory), Assistant Professor
A. Mullen, B.A. (California), M.A., Ph.D. (Yale), Assistant Professor

Undergraduate Counsellor: J. Roopnarinesingh Email: undergrad-asst-program-advisor@utsc.ca
Sociology is the scientific study of interaction among people, the social relations which they establish, and the social groups which they form. Sociology attempts to explain how society is ordered, how it functions, and what accounts for social cohesion, social stratification, social mobility, and social change. It studies the consequences of co-operation, competition, and conflict.
   Students may wish to take Sociology courses as a part of a general education, in anticipation of the usefulness of certain courses in future occupations or professions, or as part of a Specialist, Major or Minor Program.
   The introductory courses, SOCA01H and SOCA02H (SOCA01Y), are intended to familiarize students with the distinctive theories, methods and questions of sociology as a part of a liberal education. In addition, the courses provide a minimum background of knowledge about sociology, and hence is a prerequisite to all of the more advanced courses.
   Students who want to learn about certain areas of sociology which may be useful in later occupational situations may consult faculty advisors who are prepared to assist them in course selection. There are no formal requirements for these special areas and they will not be designated on diplomas.
The faculty advisers for special areas of concentration are:

Planning a Program in Sociology
Students are obliged to take required courses in the Major and Specialist Programs as early in their careers as possible. For example, SOCA01H and SOCA02H should be taken during the first year, SOCB06H, SOCB05H, SOCB42H and SOCB43H should be taken during the second year and SOCC40H and SOCC41H should be taken during the third year. Failure to do so may lead to timetable conflicts and could prolong the completion of the Program. Students are reminded that they are not permitted to register in courses for which they have not completed the prerequisites indicated in the Calendar. They may only enter a course for which they lack the prerequisites by obtaining the permission of the instructor prior to registration. Instructors have the right to request removal of any student ineligible for enrolment.

SPECIALIST PROGRAM IN SOCIOLOGY

 Program Admission: Enrolment in the Specialist Program is limited. Students must normally apply to enter the Program after completing 4 or 5 full credits including SOCA01H and SOCA02H (SOCA01Y). Decisions are made on Program admissions only twice a year, in May and in August, and are based on student requests submitted to the Registrar through ROSI. Admission is determined on the basis of a student's overall GPA and grades in SOCA01H and SOCA02H (SOCA01Y). For students applying after 8-10 credits, admission will be on the basis of overall GPA and grades in SOC courses taken. Specialist students will be entitled to priority access to SOCB06H, SOCB42H, SOCB43H, SOCC23H & SOCC31H, for fall-winter sessions, in the summer early registration period.
Program Requirements: The Program requires completion of ten full credits as described below. No more than fourteen full credits equivalents in Sociology may be included in a four-year degree.
  1. (SOCA01Y) Introduction to Sociology
    or
    [SOCA01H Introduction to Sociology I
    and
    SOCA02H Introduction to Sociology II]
  2. SOCB05H Logic of Social Inquiry
  3. SOCB06H Social Statistics
  4. SOCB42H Classical Sociological Theory Part I
  5. SOCB43H Classical Sociological Theory Part II
  6. Two full-course equivalents at B-level in Sociology
  7. SOCC40H Contemporary Sociological Theory, Part I
  8. SOCC41H Contemporary Sociological Theory, Part II
  9. SOCC23H Qualitative Methods in Social Research
    or
    SOCC31H Quantitative Methods in Social Research
  10. One and a half full credits at C-level
  11. One full credit equivalent at D-level
  12. One other full credit in Sociology

SPECIALIST (CO-OPERATIVE) PROGRAM IN SOCIOLOGY

 The Co-operative Program allows students to pursue an in-depth study of Sociology combined with two four-month work terms in areas complementary to the area of study. Work terms can be with research institutes, the private sector, public institutions, and non-government organizations.
For information on admissions, fees, work terms, and standing in the program, please see the Co-operative Programs section of this Calendar.
Program Admission: This is a limited enrolment program.
Prospective Applicants: For direct admission from secondary school or for students who wish to transfer to U of T Scarborough from another U of T faculty or from another post-secondary institution, see the Co-operative Programs section in this Calendar.
Current U of T Scarborough students: Application procedures can be found at the Registrar’s Office website: www.utsc.utoronto.ca/registrar/. The minimum qualifications for entry are 4.0 credits including SOCA01H & SOCA02H plus a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5.
Program Requirements: Work Terms
In order to be eligible for placement, students must complete a minimum of 10 full credits, including SOCB05H, SOCB06H, SOCB42H and SOCB43H and complete the Arts & Science Co-op Work Term Preparation course.
Course Requirements
Students must complete the requirements for the Specialist Program in Sociology (see below), with the following additional requirements:
Either SOCB54H or SOCB55H
(These courses may be counted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for B-level courses within the Sociology Specialist Program.)

MAJOR PROGRAM IN SOCIOLOGY

 Program Admission: Enrolment in the Major Program is limited. Students must normally apply to enter the Program after completing 4 or 5 full credits including SOCA01H and SOCA02H (SOCA01Y). Decisions are made on Program admissions only twice a year, in May and in August, and are based on student requests submitted to the Registrar through ROSI. Admission is determined on the basis of a student's overall GPA and grades in SOCA01H and SOCA02H (SOCA01Y). For students applying after 8-10 credits, admission will be on the basis of overall GPA and grades in SOC courses taken. Major students will be entitled to priority access to SOCB06H, SOCB42H and SOCB43H for fall-winter sessions, in the summer early registration period.
Program Requirements: The Program requires completion of seven full credits in Sociology including:
  1. (SOCA01Y) Introduction to Sociology
    or
    [SOCA01H Introduction to Sociology I
    and
    SOCA02H Introduction to Sociology II]
  2. SOCB05H Logic of Social Inquiry
  3. SOCB06H Social Statistics
  4. SOCB42H Classical Sociological Theory I
  5. SOCB43H Classical Sociological Theory II
  6. Four full credits in Sociology, at least one and a half of which must be at the C-level

MINOR PROGRAM IN SOCIOLOGY

 Program Admission: Admission to the Minor Program in Sociology is not limited. All students who apply for this Program will be admitted. However, students are warned that they are not guaranteed admission to B-level and C-level courses during fall and winter session, and thus will be accommodated only after other Program students have been admitted to these courses. Thus some courses may be unavailable, or available only in the summer.
Program Requirements: The Program requires completion of four full credits in Sociology including:
  1. (SOCA01Y) Introduction to Sociology
    or
    [SOCA01H Introduction to Sociology I
    and
    SOCA02H Introduction to Sociology II]
  2. SOCB05H Logic of Social Inquiry
  3. SOCB42H Classical Sociological Theory I
  4. SOCB43H Classical Sociological Theory II
  5. 1.5 additional full credits in Sociology including 1.0 at the C-level

SOCA01H3 Introduction to Sociology I
An introduction to the basic concepts, principles and methods of Sociology as a discipline for the study of society. Sociology I covers theory, methods, culture, social interaction and social stratification.
Exclusion: (SOCA01Y), SOC101Y

SOCA02H3 Introduction to Sociology II
Sociology II applies the ideas from Sociology I to social institutions and processes. Topics covered include race and ethnicity, gender, urbanisation, globalisation, population and deviant behaviour.
Exclusion: (SOCA01Y), SOC101Y
Prerequisite: SOCA01H

SOCB05H3 Logic of Social Inquiry
This course introduces the logic of sociological research and surveys the major quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Students learn to evaluate the validity of research findings, develop research questions and select appropriate research designs.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC200H, SOC200Y, (SOCB01Y), (SOCB40H), (SOCB41H)
Prerequisite: SOCA01H & SOCA02H

SOCB06H3 Social Statistics
A consideration of elementary statistics including the summarizing of data, the logic of statistical decision-making and a number of common statistical tests. Statistics is a basic tool used by sociologists. An understanding of statistics is necessary for the student who wants to become an informed reader of social research. A working knowledge of elementary algebra is required. However, the lecturer will undertake brief reviews of mathematics as the need arises.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: ANTC35H, ECMB09Y, ECMB11H, PSYB07H, SOC202H, (SOC300Y), STAB22H
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB22H3 Sociology of Gender
This course examines gender as a sociological category that organizes and, at the same time, is organized by, micro and macro forces. By examining how gender intersects with race, ethnicity, class, sexuality, age, and other dimensions, we analyze the constitution and evolution of gendered ideology and practice.
Prerequisite: SOCA01H & SOCA02H

SOCB26H3 Sociology of Education
This course offers a sociological perspective on a familiar experience: attending school. It examines the stated and hidden purposes of schooling; explores how learning in schools is organized; evaluates the drop-out problem; the determinants of educational success and failure; and, it looks at connections between school and work.
Limited enrolment: 170
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB42H3 Classic Sociological Theory I
The development of classic sociological theory from its Enlightenment origins to the eve of the 20th century. Special emphasis is placed on the work of Auguste Comte, Herbert Spencer and Karl Marx.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC203Y, (SOCB03Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB43H3 Classic Sociological Theory II
The development of classic sociological theory from the end of the 19th century to the eve of World War II. Special emphasis is placed on the work of Emile Durkheim, Max Weber and Georg Simmel.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC203Y, (SOCB03Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H or (SOCA01Y)], SOCB42H

SOCB44H3 Urban Sociology:  Macro-Analysis
A theoretical and empirical examination of the processes of urbanization and suburbanization. Considers classic and contemporary approaches to the ecology and social organization of the pre-industrial, industrial, corporate and postmodern cities.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: (SOCB05Y), SOC205Y
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB45H3 Urban Sociology: Micro-Analysis
Examines the organizational and social psychological dimensions of urbanism in relation to local neighbourhoods, sub-cultures, networks and lifestyles. Students will be required to undertake a fieldwork study as part of the course requirements.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: (SOCB05Y), SOC205Y
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H or (SOCA01Y)], SOCB44H

SOCB46H3 Social Class and Stratification I
The description and analysis of the patterns of social stratifications and theories of social inequality up to and during the first three centuries of the Industrial Revolution.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC301Y, (SOCB10Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB47H3 Social Class and Stratification II
The description and analysis of patterns of social stratification and theories of social inequality in the contemporary world, with special emphasis on the Canadian situation.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC301Y, (SOCB10Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H or (SOCA01Y)], SOCB46H

SOCB48H3 Family and Society
Focuses on the interaction between family and society by considering the historical, social, political and economic influences on family life and by examining how the family unit affects the social world. Readings draw on theory, history and ethnographic materials.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC214Y, (SOCB12Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB49H3 Family in Transition
This course explores the family as a social institution, which shapes and at the same time is shaped by, the society in North America. Specific attention will be paid to family patterns in relation to class, gender, and racial/ethnic stratifications. Selected focuses include: socialization; courtship; heterosexual, gay and lesbian relations; gender division of labour; immigrant families; childbearing and childrearing; divorce; domestic violence; elderly care.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC214Y, (SOCB12Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB50H3 Deviance and Normality I
This course explores how deviance and normality is constructed and contested in everyday life. The course revolves around the themes of sexuality, gender, poverty, race and intoxication. Particular attention will be paid to the role of official knowledge in policing social norms.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC212Y, (SOCB18Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB51H3 Deviance and Normality II
This course explores how deviance and normality is constructed and contested in everyday life. The course revolves around the themes of sexuality, gender, poverty, race and intoxication. Particular attention will be paid to the role of official knowledge in policing social norms.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC212Y, (SOCB18Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB52H3 International Migration and Immigrant Incorporation
The course provides an overview of competing theories and concepts in the field of international migration and immigrant incorporation. Discussion puts the Canadian case in comparative perspective.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC210Y, (SOCB20Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB53H3 Race and Ethnicity
The course draws on a geographically varied set of case studies to consider both the historical development and contemporary state of the sociological field of race, racialization and ethnic relations.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: SOC210Y, (SOCB20Y)
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB54H3 Sociology of Work and Industry I
Economic activity drives human society. This course explores the nature of work, how it is changing, and the impact of changes on the transition from youth to adult life. It also examines racism in the workplace, female labour force participation, and why we call some jobs 'professions', but not others.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: (SOCB33Y), SOC207Y, SOC317Y, SOC370Y
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB55H3 Sociology of Work and Industry II
Is it just about the money? This course examines the factors that shape workplace behaviour-the effects of managerial control systems, technology and work groups; the expectations that people have of their jobs. It examines relationships between workers and management, trade unions and industrial conflict. It explores cheating in the workplace.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: (SOCB33Y), SOC207Y, SOC317Y, SOC370Y
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCB58H3 Sociology of Culture
An introduction to various ways that sociologists think about and study culture. Topics will include the cultural aspects of a wide range of social phenomena – including inequality, gender, economics, religion, and organizations. We will also discuss sociological approaches to studying the production, content, and audiences of the arts and media.
Limited enrolment: 170
Exclusion: (SOCC18H), SOC360Y
Prerequisite: [SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)

SOCC03H3 Collective Behaviour
The study of uninstitutionalized group behaviour - crowds, panics, crazes, riots and the genesis of social movements.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC04H3 Social Movements
The development of an approach to social movements which includes the following: the origin of social movements, mobilization processes, the career of the movement and its routinization. The course readings will be closely related to the lectures, and a major concern will be to link the theoretical discussion with the concrete readings of movements.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC08H3 Gender and Information Technology
Examines transformation and perpetuation of gender stratification in relation to information technology (IT). It explores the roles of family, ideology, state policies, and other social institutions, and in the context of development and globalization. Students will develop and apply analytical skills to understand gender and IT in everyday life.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: SOC356Y
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB22H & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC09H3 Sociology of Gender and Work
Explores the interaction of gender and work, both paid and unpaid work. Critically assesses some cases for central theoretical debates and recent research. Considers gender differences in occupational and income attainment, housework, the relation of work and family, gender and class solidarity, and the construction of gender identity through occupational roles.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: SOC366H
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB22H & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCB54H

SOCC10H3 Gendered Selves, Gendered Lives and Inequalities
Individuals are socialized to act, think, behave and get treated in ways that are genderized. This course is a critical examination of gender in work, health, education, interpersonal relations, family life and parenthood. Socially constructed inequalities on the basis of gender will be challenged.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: SOC365H, SOC365Y
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB22H & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCB48H & SOCB49H

SOCC11H3 Policing and Security
This course examines the character of policing and security programs in advanced liberal democracies. Attention will be paid to the nature and enforcement of modern law by both state and private agents of order, as well as the dynamics of the institutions of the criminal justice system.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: SOC213Y, SOC306Y
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCB50H & SOCB51H

SOCC16H3 Sociology of Conflict and Co-operation
An examination of international conflict and cooperation in the context of global change. This course begin with an examination of the nuclear arms race, then explores how technology, economics, population growth, and environment interact to create interdependencies and afford new opportunities for world order. Special attention is given to North-South relations and to climate change.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC21H3 Sociology of Religion
An examination of religion as a social institution. Consideration of the problem of appropriate definition precedes close analysis of the writings of major classic theories on the topic of religious belief and practice. The continuing significance of this work in contemporary theory and research is investigated.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: (SOCC21Y), SOC250Y, RLG210Y
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC23H3 Practicum in Qualitative Research Methods
This course provides students with hands-on experience conducting qualitative research. Each student will design and carry out a research project. Students will select their own research questions, review the relevant sociological literature, develop a research design, and conduct qualitative research, analyze, write up and present their findings
Limited enrolment: 30
Exclusion: SOC387H
Prerequisite: 10 credits including SOCA01H, SOCA02H, SOCB05H, SOCB06H & [a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 or enrolment in the Specialist Program in Sociology or the Major Program in Public Policy].

SOCC24H3 Changing Family Life in Canada
A theoretical and empirical examination of different forms of family and the major changes in the structure and interaction of family life in Canada. Of special interest are topics like women and work, race/ethnicity and family diversities, declining birth-rates, high divorce rates and new reproductive technologies.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & [SOCB48H or SOCB49H]

SOCC25H3 Comparative Ethnic and Race Relations
Explores the formation of ethnic and racial identities within a range of nation-states, as well as the construction of diasporic or transnational cultural identities. Situates racialization within broader sociological concerns with inequality, hegemony and counter-hegemonic processes.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & [SOCB52H or SOCB53H]

SOCC26H3 Sociology of Urban Growth
An in-depth examination of the conditions, patterns and consequences of urban growth and development. Major topics will include the emergence of new urban institutions (legal, political, economic) and the formation and operation of urban social networks.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: SOC386Y
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCB44H & SOCB45H

SOCC29H3 Cross-Cultural Family Forms
A sociological and historical analysis of diverse family forms across the ages and in different geographic locations. How consensus versus conflict theories account for the changes in family forms and how subsistence patterns such as hunting-gathering, horticulture, agrarian and industrial patterns shape and alter the family forms and gendered roles will be analyzed.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & [SOCB48H or SOCB49H]

SOCC30H3 Criminal Behaviour
The young figure prominently in people’s views about, and fears of, crime. This course examines definitions of crime, how crime problems are constructed and measured. It looks at schools and the street as sites of criminal behaviour, and considers how we often react to crime in the form of moral panics.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: SOC306Y
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCB50H & SOCB51H

SOCC31H3 Practicum in Quantitative Research Methods
This course provides students with hands-on experience conducting quantitative research. Each student will design and carry out a research project using secondary data. Students will select their own research questions, review the relevant sociological literature, develop a research design, conduct statistical analyses and write up and present their findings.
Limited enrolment: 30
Exclusion: SOC300H
Prerequisite: 10 credits including SOCA01H, SOCA02H, SOCB05H, SOCB06H & [a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 or enrolment in the Specialist Program in Sociology or the Major Program in Public Policy].

SOCC33H3 Comparative Social Structure
A comparative analysis of social systems, social institutions and social organizations which attempts to link the specific to the general and the local to the global in the area of social structure. Attention will be devoted to various case studies.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC34H3 Globalization and Transnationalism
Reviews current theoretical debates about the relationship between globalization, transnationalism, the nation and the state. Focuses on the ways in which transnationalism practices and processes transform and are reflected in the everyday lives of workers, citizens, and migrants.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & [SOCB43H or IDSB01H]

SOCC35H3 Social Change
An examination of processes of change in social structures, social institutions and social organizations grounded in the investigation of general theories of social transformation. Special attention is devoted to the nature, causes and consequences of socio-cultural changes in the contemporary world.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC37H3 Environment and Society
This course links studies in the classical sociology of resources and territory (as in the works of Harold Innis, S.D. Clark, and the Chicago School), with modern topics in ecology and environmentalism. The course will include empirical research, and theoretical issues, in the relationship of various social systems to their natural environments.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: SOC385H, (SOC385Y)
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC38H3 Gender and the Sociology of Higher Education
An examination of a number of key issues in the sociology of education, focusing particularly upon gender and higher education.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB22H & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC39H3 Political Sociology
An examination of power in its social context. Specific attention is devoted to such topics as ideologies, parties, movements, nations, states and revolutions.
Limited enrolment: 60
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC40H3 Contemporary Sociological Theory Part I
The development of sociological theory from the end of World War II to the late 1960's. Special attention is devoted to the perspectives of Functionalism, Conflict Theory and Symbolic Interactionism.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: (SOCC05Y)
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCC41H3 Contemporary Sociological Theory Part II
The development of sociological theory from the 1960's to the present. Phenomenological, Socio-biological, Rational-Choice and other perspectives are explored.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: (SOCC05Y)
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCC40H

SOCC44H3 Media and Society
Provides an introduction to the emergence, organization and regulation of various media forms; social determinants and effects of media content; responses of media audiences; and other contemporary media issues.
Limited enrolment: 60
Exclusion: (SOCB56H), (SOCB57H)
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB58H & SOCB42H & SOCB43H

SOCD40H3  

SOCD41H3 Supervised Independent Research
Independent research using field methods, survey analysis, library or archival research; regular supervision of data collection and analysis; final written research report. Intended for upper level students with well above average performance in sociology and whose interests or needs are not met by other sociology courses being offered.
Exclusion: SOC390Y, SOC391H, SOC392H
Prerequisite: Completion of at least 15 full-credit equivalents including [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB06H & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & permission of the instructor & permission of the sociology supervisor of studies.

SOCD42H3 Advanced Seminar in Sociological Theory
Exploration of significant topics of interest in contemporary sociological theory. Designed for and restricted to students enrolled in the final year of the Specialist Program in Sociology.
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB06H & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCC40H & SOCC41H

SOCD43H3 Advanced Seminar in Research Methods
Special topics in quantitative and/or qualitative methodologies used in contemporary sociological research. Restricted to final year students taking a Specialist Program in Sociology.
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB06H & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCC40H & SOCC41H

SOCD44H3 Advanced Seminar on Issues in Contemporary Sociology
Exploration of current debates and controversies surrounding recent scholarly developments. Restricted to final year students taking a Specialist Program in Sociology.
Prerequisite: [[SOCA01H & SOCA02H] or (SOCA01Y)] & SOCB06H & [SOCB05H or [(SOCB40H) & (SOCB41H)]] & SOCB42H & SOCB43H & SOCC40H & SOCC41H

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