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Social Justice

Certificate
The program enables students to explore the causes of unequal treatment, compare and contrast interlocking patterns of oppression and exploitation and develop strategies for social change. This certificate program develops competence in identifying and examining the causes and consequences of social inequalities, and the differential perception and treatment of groups and individuals on the basis of a variety of factors including, but not limited to gender, sexual orientation, class, race, ethnicity, and religion. Students must apply for the certificate no later than two terms prior to graduation.

Program Requirements

Students complete a minimum total of 25 units consisting of required and optional courses, including

SA 255 - Introduction to Social Research (SA) (4)

An introduction to the conduct of sociological and anthropological research. Topics covered include: the relationship between theory and research, concept formation, operationalization, exploratory studies, hypothesis generation and testing, data collection techniques within both sociology and anthropology, the assessment of causality, the critical evaluation of research on both theoretical and methodological grounds, the definition of research problems, and ethical issues in social research. Prerequisite: SA 101 or 150. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nicholas Scott
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby

and one of

SA 101 - Introduction to Anthropology (A) (4)

An introduction to the study of human social and cultural life from an anthropological perspective. The course will explore the scope and nature of the discipline of anthropology through study of selected cases drawn from both technologically simple communities and complex modern industrial societies. Students with credit for SA 170 may not take SA 101 for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences. Equivalent Courses: SA170. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
D901 Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D902 Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D903 Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D904 Matthew Guffin
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Surrey
SA 150 - Introduction to Sociology (S) (4)

The study of basic concerns of sociology, such as social order, social change, social conflict and social inequality. Breadth-Social Sciences. Equivalent Courses: PSA.101. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Suzanna Crage
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D117 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D118 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Jakub Burkowicz
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Surrey
D901 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D902 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D903 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D904 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
D905 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Surrey
D906 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Surrey

and one of

SA 201W - Anthropology and Contemporary Life (A) (4)

An introduction to the anthropological perspective as applied to the organization of everyday life in contemporary settings. Introduces positivist, interpretive, and critical interpretive approaches to the analysis of social actions, identities, and values as enacted in space and time. Students with credit for SA 291 may not take SA 201W for further credit. Recommended: SA 101. Writing. Prerequisite: . Equivalent Courses: SA201 SA291. Writing.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Jie Yang
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
SA 250 - Introduction to Sociological Theory (S) (4)

An account of sociological theory, outlining the main ideas and concepts of the principal schools of thought. Prerequisite: SA 150.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Lindsey Freeman
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby

and three of

CRIM 101 - Introduction to Criminology (3)

Topics will include: examination of different terms and concepts commonly used in criminology, such as crime, delinquency, deviance, criminal, victim, rehabilitation and treatment. Criminology as a body of knowledge and as a profession. Position and subject matter of criminology. Relationship between criminology and other academic disciplines. Specificity of criminology. Relationship between theory and practice. History and evolution of criminological thought. Elements of continuity and discontinuity between classical and modern theories of criminality. Levels of explanations in criminology. Practical applications of criminology. The foundations of a modern criminal policy. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Barry Cartwright
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 TBD
Hilary Todd
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 5:30–8:20 p.m.
Surrey
ECON 102 - The World Economy (3)

An overview of the broad economic trends in the development of the world economy over the last five decades with reference to the major debates related to economic interdependence, development and growth, globalization, and the role of the major multilateral economic institutions (IMF, World Bank, OCED, ILO, UN). (lecture/tutorial). Students with credit for Economics courses at the 200 (or higher) division (excluding ECON 200 and 205) may not take ECON 102 for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
M EMRUL Hasan
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
GEOG 100 - Our World: Introducing Human Geography (3)

A geographical introduction to how humans shape our world, with attention also given to how it shapes us. Themes may include: culture, economic activities, environmental change, globalization, politics, population, resources, and urbanization. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Nicholas Blomley
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
Gretchen Hernandez
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Surrey
GSWS 100 - Sex Talk: Introduction to Contemporary Issues in Sexuality Studies (3)

An introduction to issues in the study of sex, sexual identity, and sexual culture. Focused on contemporary theories of sexuality as well as representations in fiction, film and popular media from diverse cultural contexts. Students who have completed GDST 200 may not complete this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.

GSWS 101 - Gender Talk (3)

An interdisciplinary study of the social and cultural construction of gender, and how ideas about masculinity and feminity shape current issues, knowledge, popular culture, and social policy. Students who have completed WS 101 may not take GSWS 101 for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Day/Time Location
Distance Education
GSWS 102 - Feminist Action (3)

An historical and comparative survey of feminisms and feminist activism in Western European, North American, and Global communities. Students who have completed WS 102 may not take GSWS 102 for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Jennifer Marchbank
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
HSCI 160 - Global Perspectives on Health (3)

An introduction to the differences in health and health services among the nations of the globe. Vulnerable sub-populations worldwide and their special health needs. Mechanisms whereby events in one country can impact health in another. Future worldwide health risks, their economic and health consequences. SARS, avian 'flu,' West Nile virus, 'mad cow disease,' antibiotic resistant malaria or tuberculosis. Dangers to rich and poor nations from ignoring health problems in developing world. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Kate Tairyan
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 4:30–7:20 p.m.
Surrey
HIST 204 - The Social History of Canada (3)

A survey of major themes in Canadian social history from the arrival of Europeans to the present day. Particular attention will be paid to the effects of gender, race and class on the experience of Canadians over time. Prerequisite: Recommended: HIST 101 and 102W. Breadth-Humanities.

LBST 101 - Introducing Labour Studies (3)

Introduction to key concepts necessary for understanding the character and organization of work in contemporary society. The discussion of such issues as how our society decides who works, what the work will be, and under what conditions people work, will be situated in the context of current debates, trends and issues. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Dale McCartney
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
PHIL 120W - Moral Problems (3)

A critical examination of a range of questions and problems we confront as moral agents, such as: the nature and scope of our moral responsibilities, the source of our moral and civil rights, and the role of moral emotions, like resentment, love and forgiveness. Students with credit for PHIL 120 may not take this course for further credit. Writing/Breadth-Humanities.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Owen Ware
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D114 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D116 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D117 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D118 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Jennifer Warriner
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 5:30–8:20 p.m.
Vancouver
POL 100 - Introduction to Politics and Government (3)

A comprehensive introduction to the study of politics and government for both political science majors and students specializing in other disciplines. The course will explore the major concepts, methods, approaches and issues in political science, as well as the primary components of government structure and the political process. POL 101W is the Writing certified version of POL 100 and students cannot receive credit for both courses. Breadth-Social Sciences.

or POL 101W - Introduction to Politics and Government (3)

A comprehensive introduction to the study of politics and government for both political science majors and students specializing in other disciplines. Explores the major concepts, methods, approaches and issues in political science, as well as the primary components of government structure and the political process. This course is identical to POL 100 and students may not take both courses for credit. Writing/Breadth-Social Sci.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Sanjay Jeram
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D112 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
POL 151 - The Administration of Justice (3)

The development of laws and their application to the citizen and social groups. Special consideration will be given to civil liberties. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Scott MacLeod
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Surrey
D901 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Surrey
D902 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Surrey
D903 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Surrey
PSYC 106 - Psychological Issues in Contemporary Society (3)

Relates contemporary knowledge from psychology to current social problems. Provides relevant information from studies pertaining to problems such as attitude development, prejudice, race relations, addiction, behavior technology, and family pathology. Breadth-Social Sciences.

REM 100 - Global Change (3)

This course provides students with an overview of global environmental change and its causes from a social science perspective, historically and at the present time. Population growth, an increasing ecological footprint and changes in ideology, social organization, economy and technology will be critically reviewed. New ways of thinking in natural and social science will be considered in relation to specific issues such as land, soil and food; energy, raw materials and solid waste; air pollution and transportation; water, oceans and fisheries; climate change; forestry and biodiversity; urbanization, and alternative futures. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Jonn Axsen
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D107 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Wed, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D109 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
SA 203 - Violence in War and Peace (SA) (4)

A critical examination of the relationship between violence and structural inequalities. Focus will be on different forms that violence assumes in war and peace and how acts of violence are remembered, collectively denied or misrecognized. Particular case studies may include colonization of indigenous people, Holocaust, South African Apartheid, India's Partition, the genocide in Rwanda, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, 9/11 and its aftermath along with everyday suffering, including gender violence. As well, special attention will be given to anthropological witnessing. Prerequisite: SA 101 or 150 or 201W.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Parin Dossa
Jan 4 – Apr 7, 2017: Fri, 1:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
SA 210 - Introduction to Power and Regulation of Self and Others (S) (4)

Surveys the field of social and moral regulation of human subjects in both historical and contemporary contexts. It canvasses the wide range of ideas, policies and methods that have characterized state and civil projects aimed at imposing social order through systems of law, politics, education, health, welfare, labour, religion, family, media, and other key social institutions. Students will learn about the profound impact of civil and state regulation projects in their many forms on societies past and present, and about the rich diversity of institutional, cultural and human experience that these social ordering ideologies, policies and practices encompass. Prerequisite: SA 101 or 150 or 201W.

SA 260 - Individual and Society (S) (4)

An examination of how self and identity (e.g. race, class, gender, sexual orientation) are socially derived within contemporary western culture, and of the ways that individuals shape their social environment. Prerequisite: SA 101 or 150 or 201W .

SCD 201 - Introduction to Sustainable Community Development (3)

First required course for the SCD Certificate. Builds an understanding of strengths and weaknesses of conventional approaches to development; rationale for alternative approaches; varying interpretations of community and of development; and essential components for creating local economic development strategies. Sustainable Community Development is introduced as a framework to meet current social and economic needs while ensuring adequate resources are available for future generations. Prerequisite: 30 units or SCD Certificate program approval or permission of the director for SCD. Not permitted for credit toward the SCD Post Baccalaureate Diploma. Corequisite: students may not complete this course concurrently with upper division SCD courses. Students with credit for CED or REM 201 may not complete this course for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Day/Time Location
Distance Education

and one upper division SA course (must be completed at Ά‘ΟγΤ°AV)

Subject to steering committee approval, students may substitute relevant special topics or related courses.

* sociology and/or anthropology majors are required to include one non-SA course among the three optional courses

Transfer Credit

Up to 12 units assigned to specific courses may be transferred to this certificate, subject to University transfer credit regulations and the program co-ordinator's approval.