Anthropology
Anthropology involves studying the diversity of human societies through comparative analyses. Anthropologists develop tools that contribute to identifying and exploring a variety of social, cultural, political, economic, environmental and other important issues. Anthropology is unique among disciplines because of its methodological approach, which involves in-depth qualitative field work. Our specialized programs in social and cultural anthropology enable students to better understand and analyze cultural changes and intercultural relations in the context of globalization, development, migration and new technologies.
Sociology
Sociology involves the study of societies, specifically their institutions, cultures, and transformations. Sociologists seek to uncover the processes, rules, and norms that govern social relations. They seek to understand issues such as the origins and consequences of social inequalities and collective behaviours. In our programs, students have the opportunity to apply theoretical approaches to real-world cases and learn how to use research tools such as interviewing, discourse analysis, surveys, and statistical analyses. The connection between theory and research enables students to understand a range of contemporary social issues, such as poverty, ethnic relations, deviance, gender relations, international development, power, and technology.
This program is offered in English and in French.
Co-operative education is available with this program.
The French immersion stream is available with this program.
The In-depth Experiential Learning Stream is available with this program.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Basic skills | ||
| ENG 1100 | Workshop in Essay Writing | 3 Units |
| ENG 1120 | Selected Topics in Literature and Composition | 3 Units |
| Total: | 6 Units | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Anthropology (39 course units) | ||
| Compulsory courses | ||
| ANT 1101 | Social and Cultural Anthropology | 3 Units |
| FSS 1300 | Introduction to the In-depth Experiential Learning Stream and Transferable Competencies | 3 Units |
| ANT 2121 | Classical Theories in Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 2126 | Anthropology and Indigenous Peoples | 3 Units |
| ANT 2128 | Anthropology for the 21st Century | 3 Units |
| ANT 4123 | Theoretical Currents in Contemporary Anthropology | 3 Units |
| Optional courses | ||
| 3 course units from: | 3 Units | |
| Socio-Anthropology of the Family | ||
| Anthropology of Cities | ||
| Anthropology of Popular Culture | ||
| Museums, Representation and Power | ||
| 3 course units from: | 3 Units | |
| Contemporary Japanese Society | ||
| Anthropology of Latin America and the Caribbean | ||
| Anthropology of Oceania | ||
| Anthropology of Africa | ||
| Anthropology of South Asia | ||
| Anthropology of the Maghreb and the Middle East | ||
| 9 optional course units in anthropology (ANT) at the 3000 level | 9 Units | |
| 6 optional course units in anthropology (ANT) at the 4000 level | 6 Units | |
| Sociology (45 course units) | ||
| Compulsory courses - Theory | ||
| SOC 1104 | Sociology: Big Questions | 3 Units |
| SOC 2117 | Sociological Theory: From 19th Century to First World War | 3 Units |
| SOC 2118 | Sociological Theory: Mid-20th Century | 3 Units |
| SOC 4119 | Theorizing in Sociology | 3 Units |
| Optional courses | ||
| 3 course units from: | 3 Units | |
| Socio-anthropology of the Family | ||
| Gender and Society | ||
| Principles of Demography | ||
| Globalization: Sociological and Anthropological Aspects | ||
| Historical Sociology | ||
| Social Reconfigurations in Africa | ||
| Canadian Society | ||
| Political Sociology | ||
| Sociology of Social Networks | ||
| Sociologie des communautés francophones en situation minoritaire du Canada | ||
| 6 course units from: | 6 Units | |
| Sociological Theory: Power and Inequalities | ||
| Sociological Theory: Meaning and Subjectivity | ||
| Sociological Theory: Reproduction and Changes | ||
| 3 optional course units in sociology (SOC) | 3 Units | |
| Compulsory courses - Methodology | ||
| SOC 2316 | Survey Design and Quantitative Data Acquisition | 3 Units |
| SOC 3315 | Qualitative Analysis | 3 Units |
| SOC 3316 | Statistical Analysis in Sociology | 3 Units |
| SOC 4315 | Qualitative Research Laboratory | 3 Units |
| Optional courses | ||
| 3 course units from: | 3 Units | |
| Introduction to Research Methods in Anthropology | ||
| Building Sociological Reasoning | ||
| 3 course units from: | 3 Units | |
| Practical Training in Research Methods in Anthropology | ||
| Introduction to Qualitative Methodology | ||
| 3 course units from: | 3 Units | |
| Advanced Research Methods in Anthropology | ||
| Quantitative Research Project | ||
| Total: | 84 Units | |
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Elective courses | ||
| 30 elective course units including 12 course units labelled IELS | 30 Units | |
| Total: | 30 Units | |
In-depth Experiential Learning Stream (IELS)
You must meet the following requirements to receive a designation of “In-depth Experiential Learning Stream” on your diploma:
- Complete the requirements of a program of study which offers the In-depth Experiential Learning Stream.
- Complete at least 30 course units (10 courses) of IELS labelled courses including:
- FSS 1300;
- 15 course units (5 courses) in anthropology (ANT) from the list of EILS courses below;
- 12 course units (4 non-disciplinary courses) from the list of EILS courses below.
List of IELS Courses
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ANT 11013 | Social and Cultural Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 21033 | Socio-Anthropology of the Family | 3 Units |
| ANT 21113 | Introduction to Research Methods in Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 21133 | Techniques, Cultures and Environments | 3 Units |
| ANT 21213 | Classical Theories in Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 21263 | Anthropology and Indigenous Peoples | 3 Units |
| ANT 21283 | Anthropology for the 21st Century | 3 Units |
| ANT 21293 | Anthropology of Cities | 3 Units |
| ANT 21303 | Anthropology of Popular Culture | 3 Units |
| ANT 21313 | Museums, Representation and Power | 3 Units |
| ANT 31053 | Selected Topics in Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 31063 | Environmental Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 31203 | Anthropology of Science and Technologies | 3 Units |
| ANT 31283 | Political Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 31313 | Capitalism and Ethnographies of Globalization | 3 Units |
| ANT 31323 | Psychological Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 31333 | Medical Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 31403 | Cultures, Societies and Identity | 3 Units |
| ANT 31423 | Ethnographer's Magic: Reading and Writing Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 31433 | Visual Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 31443 | Practical Training in Research Methods in Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 33073 | Contemporary Japanese Society | 3 Units |
| ANT 33263 | Indigenous Resurgences in a Globalized World | 3 Units |
| ANT 33403 | Anthropology of Latin America and the Caribbean | 3 Units |
| ANT 33413 | Anthropology of Oceania | 3 Units |
| ANT 33423 | Anthropology of Africa | 3 Units |
| ANT 33443 | Anthropology of South Asia | 3 Units |
| ANT 33453 | Anthropology of the Maghreb and the Middle East | 3 Units |
| ANT 40103 | International Internship in Anthropology | 6 Units |
| ANT 41053 | Selected Topics in Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 41203 | Anthropology of Law | 3 Units |
| ANT 41233 | Theoretical Currents in Contemporary Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 41333 | Ethnography of New Media | 3 Units |
| ANT 41353 | Food and Food Systems | 3 Units |
| ANT 41373 | Historical Anthropology | 3 Units |
| ANT 43013 | Advanced Research Methods in Anthropology | 3 Units |
| DVM 11003 | Canada and the Challenges of International Development and Globalization | 3 Units |
| DVM 13003 | Social Impact in Global Perspective | 3 Units |
| DVM 21063 | Introduction to International Development Practices: Challenges and Innovations | 3 Units |
| DVM 21103 | Education, Health and Social Protection | 3 Units |
| DVM 31503 | Qualitative Research Methods and Techniques for Doing Fieldwork in International Development | 3 Units |
| DVM 31603 | International Projects Management | 3 Units |
| DVM 31803 | Global Experiential Learning | 3 Units |
| DVM 4010 | International Internship in International Development | 6 Units |
| FSS 3210 | Selected Topics: International Social Sciences Field Research I | 6 Units |
| FSS 3295 | Model United Nations | 6 Units |
| FSS 3310 | In-depth Experiential Learning Stream Self-directed Course I | 1 Unit |
| FSS 3320 | In-depth Experiential Learning Stream Self-directed Course II | 1.5 Units |
| FSS 3330 | In-depth Experiential Learning Stream Self-directed Course III | 3 Units |
| FSS 4010 | Stage international / International Internship | 6 Units |
| FSS 4150 | Directed Research in Social Sciences | 3 Units |