SOCI 437
Issues in Environmental Sociology and Climate Change
Units: 1.5
Hours: 3-0-0
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.
Notes:
- Credit will be granted for only one of SOCI 437, SOCI 465.
- May be taken more than once for credit in different topics to a maximum of 3 units.
Prerequisites:
- Minimum third-year standing; and
- declared Honours or Major in Sociology; or
- permission of the department.
Undergraduate course in Sociology offered by the Department of Sociology in the Faculty of Social Sciences.