Environmental Sociology
examines the social forces that drive environmental degradation and responses to environmental issues. The course explores how environmental issues, such as climate change, fisheries collapse, or deforestation, are intertwined with systems of social power and inequality. Through this course, students will learn how a sociological perspective helps address the causes and potential solutions for environmental problems and conflicts.
Prerequisites & course information
CO: SOCI 3040 , SOCI 3150 and 3 additional credit hours in Sociology courses at the 3000 level, or permission of the course instructor, or completion of 18 credit hours in the Diploma in Environmental Humanities PR: SOCI 2040 or Criminology 2040 and 6 credit hours in any SOCI or Criminology courses at the 3000 level
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027