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 University of Calgary Calendar 2023-2024 COURSES OF INSTRUCTION Course Descriptions S Sociology SOCI
Sociology SOCI
SOCI 201 301 303 307 309 311 313 315 321 325 327 329 331 333 341 345 353 355 365 371 373 375 377 393 399 401 403 405 407 409 413 419 421 423 425 427 435 443 445 453 461 467 471 475 483 485 487 493 499 501 504 590 601 603 604 606 607 611 613 615 625 631 653 667 671 677 680 699 701 704 705 706 707 711 715 731
 

For more information about these courses see the Department of Sociology website: arts.ucalgary.ca/sociology.
 
Junior Courses
 
Sociology 201       Introductory Sociology
Sociology as a discipline examines how the society in which we live influences our thinking and behaviour. An introduction to sociology through the study of society, social institutions, group behaviour and social change.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
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Senior Courses
 
Sociology 301       Topics in Sociology
A variety of sociological topics are explored at an introductory level.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 303       Sociology of Gender
A sociological exploration of the way genders are constructed and how they play-out at the level of individuals and institutions, and in diverse social contexts.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 307       Sociology of Indigenous People in Canada
The dynamics of Indigenous groups' relations with each other and the larger society. Topics include decolonization and relations with the state, demography, Indigenous organizations, Indigenous nationalism and nation-building, power, social class and public policy.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 309       Alberta Society
Sociological introduction to the ideology, composition, dynamics, and institutions of Albertan society, using external comparisons where relevant.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 311       Introductory Social Statistics I
Univariate and bivariate statistics for survey data. Topics include cross tabular analysis, the normal distribution, confidence intervals for means, hypothesis testing, Chi-squared and F distributions and bivariate linear regression analysis. In labs statistical software to analyze survey data will be used.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 313       Introductory Social Research Methods
Research processes including problem definition, data collection and analyses; quantitative and qualitative strategies.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-2)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 315       Introductory Social Statistics II
Multivariate statistics for survey data; and measurement issues in quantitative research. Topics include reliability, multivariate tabular analysis, multiple regression, dummy variable regression, statistical interaction and path analysis. In labs statistical software to test measurement and causal models will be used.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-3)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 311.
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Sociology 321       Sociology of Health and Illness
Introduction to social factors influencing health, illness, and medicine. Topics covered may include the organization of medical institutions and occupations, the socialization of medical professionals, the social construction of illness, social determinants of health, and comparative health-care systems and policy.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 325       Introduction to Deviance and Social Control
The presentation and analysis of theories of criminality and of non-criminal deviance, methods to uncover the incidence of deviance and criminality, a survey of forms of deviant and criminal behaviours, and the social and institutional responses to them.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 327       Introduction to Criminal Justice
Introduction to the field of criminal justice in Canada from a sociological perspective. May include: examination of the definitions of crime; crime measurement; institutional responses to crime by the police, the courts and correctional services; and alternatives to the justice model.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 329       The Sociology of Law
An introduction to sociological problems regarding the origin, impact and definition of law, dispute resolution, and the relationship between law and social change.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
Also known as: (formerly Sociology 429)
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Sociology 331       Classical Sociological Theory
The development of sociological theory from the nineteenth century to the Second World War.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 333       Contemporary Sociological Theory
The development of sociological theory from the Second World War to the present.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 331.
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Sociology 341       Social Psychology
A wide range of interdependent individual and social topics that influence our thinking, feeling, and behaviour. Topics may include social cognition, perception, social experience, group behaviour, social interaction, and emotions.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Sociology 341 and Psychology 345 will not be allowed.
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Sociology 345       Mass Communication
A critical, theoretically-informed look at what it means to live in a society in which the forms and content of mass media/mass communication – and our uses of them – shape our lives in significant ways.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 353       Urban Sociology
Discusses the impact of urbanization on social relationships by analyzing city living in historical and global perspective but also through local issues such as density and neighbourhoods. Provides a sociological perspective on issues that cities are facing today.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 355       Population and Society
Introduction to social demography – the study of population structure (size, composition and distribution) and processes (fertility, mortality and migration). Focuses on both empirical and theoretical relationships between demography, social change and structured inequality.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 365       Social Stratification
Introduction to the sociological study of social inequalities and stratification and the major theoretical explanations of social inequalities.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 371       Sociology of Families
A sociological examination of family life in all its multiple and changing forms. Topics may include key transitions and common practices in family life; gender, sexuality and family life, and family life in cross-cultural context.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 373       Sociology of Aging
Social and institutional factors associated with aging in modern society.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 375       Sociology of Ethnicity and Racialization
Introduction to the forms of ethnic and racial dynamics in selected cases around the world. Such concepts as identity, ethnicity, race, racialization, racism, assimilation, integration, pluralism, colonialism, post-colonialism, transnationalism and diasporas are examined in theoretical and cross-national contexts.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 377       Sociology of Religion
An introduction to the theories and concepts utilized by sociologists to interpret religious behaviour and the organization of religion.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 393       Sociology of Work
A sociological perspective for gaining a better understanding of the meaning and nature of work. Provides an overview of core concepts and current topics fundamental to understanding work in society.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
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Sociology 399       Sociology of Sport
Organized around the theme of social problems in sport, examines sports-related behaviour, consumption, and sponsorship. A variety of approaches shows how sport is socially constructed and embodies different meanings for different groups of people.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 201.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Sociology 399 and Kinesiology 244 will not be allowed.    
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Sociology 401       Advanced Topics in Sociology
A variety of specialized sociological topics are explored at an advanced level.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 403       Topics in Gender Relations
Selected themes and issues in the sociology of gender relations. Topics such as illness, consumer society, environmental risk, compassion, homelessness, poverty and identity have recently been explored.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 303, 313, 315, 331, 333.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 405       Topics in Canadian Social Structure
A macro-level examination of Canadian social structure including a socio-developmental analysis of selected Canadian institutions such as bilingualism, regionalism, multiculturalism, multinational corporations, and ethnic stratification. Critical examination of sociological models for the study of Canadian society.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 407       Sociology of the Body
Considers aspects of the lived body and the body as object of social construction, modification, and regulation.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333; and 3 units from 303, 307, 321, 373, 375, 399.
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Sociology 409       Social Determinants of Health
An advanced study of health in a social context. Examines the social determinants of health and illness outcomes along with their implications for public policies conducive to better health.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 321, 331, 333.
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Sociology 413       Qualitative Research Methods
Research methods such as participant observation, naturalistic observation, interviewing, non-reactive techniques, and life histories, and methodological issues such as gaining access to subjects, and issues pertaining to the ethics of research.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333.
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Sociology 419       Topics in the Sociology of Health and Illness
Advanced analysis of selected themes and issues in the sociology of health and illness.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 321, 331, 333.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 421       Topics in Deviance and Criminology
Advanced study of contemporary issues in the research in deviance and crime.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 325, 331, 333.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 423       The Sociology of Youth Crime
Explanations of the criminal activities of young people including an assessment of treatment strategies and legal regimes developed in response to this behaviour.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 327, 331, 333.
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Sociology 425       The Sociology of Violence
An exploration of violence in a variety of situations and social institutions and more general patterns of victimization in contemporary society.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 325, 331, 333.
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Sociology 427       The Social Organization of Criminal Justice
Comparative social organization of the criminal justice system from a sociological perspective; special attention to and analysis of the structure of the Canadian criminal justice system.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 327, 331, 333.
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Sociology 435       The Sociology of Knowledge
The study of knowledge as a social practice; theories of knowledge, representation and interpretation; practical knowledge in everyday life; the role of organized knowledge in social domains such as science, biomedicine, bureaucracy, social service administration and professional occupations.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333.
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Sociology 443       Topics in Social Psychology
An advanced study of social processes and interactions of persons in groups with some methodological considerations.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333, 341.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 445       Visual Sociology
Visual representation in contemporary society. Social Practices of making and using Visual images, such as photographs. The use of visual methods in sociological research.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333.
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Sociology 445 and 401.36 will not be allowed.  
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Sociology 453       Topics in Urban Sociology
Critical analysis of theories of urban institutional and ecological characteristics. Emphasis is on comparative data derived from a sample of world cities.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333, 353.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 461       Worker Movements and Labour Unions
A social movement perspective on working class struggle and accommodation in capitalist societies. Historical and contemporary movements will be considered, with an emphasis on Canada.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333.
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Sociology 467       Ethnic Relations in Canada
An introduction to the structure and form of ethnic (racial) group relations in Canada. Contemporary relations will be analyzed from a historical perspective.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333, 375.
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Sociology 471       Topics in the Sociology of Families
Selected themes and issues in the sociology of families.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333, 371.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 475       Topics in Race and Ethnic Relations
Advanced analysis of selected themes and issues in race and ethnic relations within the framework of theory and research.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333, 375.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 483       Topics in Social Inequalities and Social Justice
Advanced, critical analysis of the causes and consequences of dimensions of social stratification and patterned inequalities. Teaching and learning practices are organized around social justice principles, i.e. ensuring the representation of diverse voices and perspectives.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333, 365.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 485       Topics in Social Theory
Exploration of selected themes in social theory to develop advanced knowledge of specific social theorists and schools of social theory.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 487       Sociology of Development
A study of the process of change and modernization in the developing areas of the world.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333.
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Sociology 493       Topics in the Sociology of Work
Selected themes and issues in the sociology of work. May include gender and work, families and work, and the sociology of organizations.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Sociology 313, 315, 331, 333, 393.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 499       Field School/Seminar in Sociology
A variety of specialized topics explored through concentrated learning opportunities. May include urban issues, the self in society, settlement and immigration, and disorder and crime.
Course Hours: 1.5 units; (3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 501       Directed Study
Independent study of a variety of advanced topics under the supervision of a member of the department.
Course Hours: 3 units; (12-36 hours)
Prerequisite(s): 6 units in courses labelled Sociology at the 400 level, and consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 504       Integrative Seminar
Advanced topics in sociology to facilitate special research projects, especially community-engaged and/or group research.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): 6 units in courses labelled Sociology at the 400 level, and consent of the Department.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 590       Sociology Honours Thesis and Seminar
Students will conduct an independent research project under the direction of a supervisor. In the seminar, students will discuss and present their projects and other topics relevant to conducting research.
Course Hours: 6 units; (3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Sociology Honours program and consent of the Department.
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Graduate Courses

Only where appropriate to a student's program may graduate credit be received for courses numbered 500-599.
 
Sociology 601       Seminar in Special Topics in Sociology
Seminar on special topics. Consult Department for Details.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 603       Seminar in Sociology of Health and Illness

Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 604       Directed Reading
Independent study at the master's level of a selected topic under the supervision of a member of the department.
Course Hours: 3 units; (0-3T)
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Sociology 606       Master's Seminar in Professional Sociology I
Students are introduced to, and develop skills in, aspects of professional practice as a sociologist, including applying for grants and scholarships; the ethical review process for research; writing research and thesis proposals; and presenting at conferences.
Course Hours: 1.5 units; (3S-0)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Sociology 606 and 602 will not be allowed.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Sociology 607       Master's Seminar in Professional Sociology II
Students are introduced to, and develop skills in, aspects of professional practice as a sociologist, including applying for grants and scholarships; the ethical review process for research; writing research and thesis proposals; and presenting at conferences.
Course Hours: 1.5 units; (3S-0)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Sociology 607 and 602 will not be allowed.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Sociology 611       Social Statistics: The General Linear Model
Multiple regression with applications to sociological research, with topics such as regression diagnostics, categorical predictors, non-linear relationships, logistic regression, and testing of mediation and moderation.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-3)
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Sociology 613       Seminar in Quantitative Research Methods
Advanced study in the theory and practice of quantitative research methods. Topics may include the logic of causality, mixed methods designs, sampling, measurement, survey construction and implementation.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 615       Seminar in Qualitative Research Methods
Advanced study in the theory and practice of qualitative research methods. Topics may include participant observation, in-depth interviews, narrative analysis, conversation and discourse analysis, autoethnography, archival research, and feminist research methods.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 625       Seminar on Deviant Behaviour

Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 631       Seminar in Sociological Theory

Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 653       Seminar on Urban Sociology

Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 667       Seminar on Ethnic Relations

Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 671       Seminar on Families, Relationships, and Personal Life

Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 677       Seminar in Sociology of Gender Relations

Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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Sociology 680       Major Research Project
Master's research project for course-based degree students.
Course Hours: 6 units; (3-0)
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Sociology 699       Special Topics in Sociology

Course Hours: 1.5 units; (0-3)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 701       Doctoral Seminar in Sociology
Seminar on selected topics. Consult Department for details.
Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 704       Directed Reading
Independent study at the doctoral level of a selected topic under the supervision of a member of the department.
Course Hours: 3 units; (0-3T)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 705       Selected Topics in Advanced Methodological Issues

Course Hours: 1.5 units; (3S-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 706       Doctoral Seminar in Professional Sociology I
Students are introduced to, and develop skills in, aspects of professional practice as a sociologist, including applying for grants and scholarships; the ethical review process for research; writing research and thesis proposals; and presenting at conferences.
Course Hours: 1.5 units; (3S-0)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Sociology 706 and 702 will not be allowed.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Sociology 707       Doctoral Seminar in Professional Sociology II
Students are introduced to, and develop skills in, aspects of professional practice as a sociologist, including applying for grants and scholarships; the ethical review process for research; writing research and thesis proposals; and presenting at conferences.
Course Hours: 1.5 units; (3S-0)
Antirequisite(s): Credit for Sociology 707 and 702 will not be allowed.
NOT INCLUDED IN GPA
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Sociology 711       Selected Topics in Advanced Quantitative Methods

Course Hours: 1.5 units; (3S-3)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 715       Selected Topics in Advanced Qualitative Methods

Course Hours: 1.5 units; (3S-0)
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Sociology 731       Doctoral Seminar in Sociological Theory

Course Hours: 3 units; (3S-0)
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