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2023-2024 Academic Calendar

SOCI205 Deviant Behaviour in Canadian Society

(3.0 credits)

An examination of the types and theories of deviant behaviour. This course offers an analysis of the ideology of deviance ? What is deviant, how much deviance exists, who defines deviance and what are the consequences of deviant behaviour. As a framework for this analysis, contemporary sociological theories of deviance are applied.

Prerequisites: SOCI101 Introduction to Sociology I, SOCI102 Introduction to Sociology II

Other Prerequisites: Or consent of the instructor

Lecture Hours: 45