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SOCI 2153 SUA1

SOCI 2513 - Social Inequality

Major theoretical explanations and empirical evidence will be used to explore why there are those who "have" and those who "have-not," in terms of income, wealth, power, and status.

3 credits
Summer 1 (May 11 - 29)
Online - Synchronous (scheduled)
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Undergraduate

Sociology 1013 - Introduction to Canadian Society

This course introduces sociological concepts, principles, and approaches through a focus on issues of relevance to Canadian society such as political economy, aboriginal rights, ethnocultural diversity, and immigration, among others.

3 credits
Continuous-intake
Online
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Undergraduate

Sociology 1033 - Social Problems

This course introduces sociological concepts, principles and approaches through a focus on social problems in contemporary societies. Problems to be explored include but are not limited to: Consumerism, population growth, hunger, poverty, economic development, environment, disease, Indigenous groups and ethnic conflict, peasant protests and resistance, intimate violence, drug use, immigration and sexual orientation.

3 credits
Continuous-intake
Online
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Undergraduate

Sociology 1113 - Intro to Cultural Anthropology

As an introductory course in cultural anthropology, the course is intended to familiarize students with customs, beliefs, behaviours and institutions held by people throughout the world. Emphasis is placed on understanding and interpreting cultural behaviour, and the meanings humans assign to cultural phenomena, in order to facilitate communication and dialogue.

3 credits
Continuous-intake
Online
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Undergraduate

Sociology 2853 - The Sociology of Magic & Religion

An examination of how belief systems and their symbolic representations give meaning to the universe and one's place in it. Topics to include the nature of ritual, the structure of myth, magic, witchcraft and how these beliefs contribute to social and cultural change.

3 credits
Continuous-intake
Online
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Community Program

Summer Music Academy

An exciting week-long music experience designed for musicians ages 10 and up, where all styles, skill levels, and backgrounds are welcome. Whether you are starting out, hoping to get a head start on the skills you will need for the upcoming school year, or looking for more performance opportunities, we have a program for you! Registration and more information will be available in early April 2026.

Non-Credit, Special Interest
Summer 2026 - July 5-11
In-Person at Acadia
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ALL Mini-Course

The Atlantic World, 1492- 1830

Atlantic World history is the history of the four continents around the Atlantic Ocean, focusing on the societies that were connected by European imperialism after 1492.

Fall 2026
Wednesdays - Sept. 9 to Oct. 28 - 9:30 to 11:00am
Acadia University - BAC 227
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