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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)

Explores how sociologists and anthropologists investigate social relations and contexts. Students learn to develop research questions and turn them into research projects. Introduces data collection techniques and related ethical issues, the relationship between theory and research, and other fundamental concepts and issues involved in conducting qualitative and quantitative research. Prerequisite: SA 101 or 150. Quantitative.

and one of

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

Anthropology asks fundamental questions about how people live and interact in different contexts. Engages with contemporary social life around the world, including the relations among people, ideas, and things. Provides analytical tools to help understand the role of culture and society in our lives. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Day/Time Location
Distance Education
SA 150 - Introduction to Sociology (S) (4)

Explores how sociologists study, describe, and explain social life. Introduces the sociological perspective and applies it to fundamental social process and everyday issues. As we consider phenomena ranging from interactions among individuals to societal and global inequalities, students critically examine social issues to build their understanding of the world. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Suzanna Crage
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 4:30–6:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 6:30–8:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 6:30–8:20 p.m.
Burnaby

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 Day/Time Location
Distance Education
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
Ataman Avdan
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 5:30–9:20 p.m.
Surrey

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
Val Spicer
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 8:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Mon, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 8:30–9:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D108 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D109 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D110 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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). Breadth-Social Sciences.

FNST 201W - Canadian Aboriginal Peoples' Perspectives on History (3)

An examination of fact and ideology in history and historic events involving contact between Aboriginal and European peoples. The course will also address questions of research methodologies in studying Aboriginal/European relations, such as the evaluation of oral history and written ethnohistoric sources. An additional focus will be on gender as it influences perspectives. Writing/Breadth-Social Sci.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Distance Education
Maddie Knickerbocker
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Wed, 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
Distance Education
Jason Young
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Wed, 2:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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
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.

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
Myint Tun
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 8:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
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
Kendra Strauss
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 5:30–6:20 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
Chelsea Rosenthal
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D102 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D108 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D111 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D113 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 10:30–11:20 a.m.
Burnaby
D114 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D115 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D116 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
Denis Dogah
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D105 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D106 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 3:30–4:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D107 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Thu, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Burnaby
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 Day/Time Location
Distance Education
POL 151 - Justice and Law (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
Stewart Prest
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D101 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D102 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D103 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
D104 May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Graeme Bowbrick
May 6 – Aug 2, 2019: Tue, 2:30–5:20 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. Course can be repeated for credit. See Psychology department website for course description. Students may not take this course for further credit if similar topics are covered. 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
Distance Education
May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Mon, Wed, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
Vancouver
D201 May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Mon, Wed, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Vancouver
D202 May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Mon, Wed, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Vancouver
D203 May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Mon, Wed, 4:30–5:20 p.m.
Vancouver
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 Day/Time Location
Distance Education
SA 210 - The Return of the Folk Devils (S) (4)

Surveys the social and moral regulation of human subjects in both historical and contemporary contexts, examining how social groups, marginalized as outsiders - "folk devils"--are orgainized. Canvasses ideas, policies and methods that characterize how state and civil projects respond to these outsiders and aim to impose 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 the spectre of "folk devils" have on civil and state regulation projects, and about the diversity of 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 .

SD 281 - Sustainable Communities, Sustainable World (3)

Introduces the challenges and opportunities for developing sustainable communities and a sustainable world, through the framework of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Builds an understanding of strengths and weaknesses of conventional approaches to development and of sustainable development. Emphasis on urban areas in the Global North and Global South. Prerequisite: 30 units. Students with credit for SCD 201 or REM 201 or REM 281 may not complete this course for further credit. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Tue, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Thu, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D101 May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Tue, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Thu, 12:30–1:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D102 May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Tue, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Thu, 1:30–2:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby
D103 May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Tue, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
May 6 – Jun 17, 2019: Thu, 2:30–3:20 p.m.
Burnaby
Burnaby

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.