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SOCI437 - Issues in Environmental Sociology and Climate Change

Description

In-depth examination of sociological explanations of the causes and social consequences of environmental degradation and climate change with a focus on solutions and alternatives. Topics may include: social movements around environmental justice, climate change and climate justice, alternative and diverse economies including food sovereignty, "fair trade" and ethical consumption, and ecological feminisms.

Units

1.5

Hours: lecture-lab-tutorial

3-0-0

Note(s)

  • Credit will be granted for only one of SOCI 437, SOCI 465.

Repeatable for credit

May be taken more than once for credit in different topics to a maximum of 3 units.

Prerequisites

  • Complete all of the following
    • Minimum third-year standing
    • declared Honours or Major in Sociology
  • or permission of the department.

Course offered by

Department of Sociology

Course schedules

Summer timetable available: February 15. Fall and Spring timetables available: May 15.

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