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Program Requirements
Research Project (18 credits)
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SOCI 696 Research Paper 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Exploratory research for the selection of a research topic.
Terms: Fall 2021, Winter 2022
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Restriction: Open only to graduate students registered in the M.A. thesis program of the Sociology Department.
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SOCI 697 Research Paper 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Preparation, submission and approval of the proposal by the student to his/her supervisor.
Terms: Fall 2021, Winter 2022
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2021-2022 academic year.
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SOCI 699 Research Paper 4 (12 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Completion, submission and approval of the research paper by the committee.
Terms: Fall 2021, Winter 2022, Summer 2022
Instructors: Clark, Shelley; Lange, Matthew; Carmichael, Jason (Summer)
Required Courses (21 credits)
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SOCI 504 Quantitative Methods 1 (3 credits) *
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : An introduction to basic regression techniques commonly used in the social sciences. Covers the least squares linear regression model in depth and may introduce models for discrete dependent variables as well as the maximum-likelihood approach to statistical inference. Emphasis on the assumptions behind regression models and correct interpretation of results. Assignments will emphasize practical aspects of quantitative analysis.
Terms: Fall 2021
Instructors: Clark, Shelley (Fall)
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SOCI 580 Social Research Design and Practice (3 credits) *
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Asking researchable sociological questions and evaluation of different research designs used to answer such questions. Development of cogent research proposals, including data collection procedures. Principles, dynamics, strengths and practical limitations of research designs. Examples from recent publications.
Terms: Fall 2021
Instructors: Carmichael, Jason (Fall)
Restriction: Open to U3 and graduate students
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SOCI 600 Qualitative Research Methods 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Overview of qualitative research design and modes of data collection, particularly observation, interviewing and focus groups. Students are required to design and undertake their own qualitative research project. Introduction to computerized tools for qualitative data management, transcription and analysis.
Terms: Winter 2022
Instructors: Weiner, Elaine (Winter)
Restrictions: Permission of instructor. Not open to students who have taken SOCI 540.
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SOCI 603 Bibliographic Methods 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Research-related skills for the production of a research bibliography under the supervision of a faculty member.
Terms: Fall 2021, Winter 2022
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Corequisite: SOCI 604.
Restriction: Restricted to Sociology M.A. students.
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SOCI 604 Bibliographic Methods 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Advanced research-related skills for the production of a research bibliography under the supervision of a faculty member.
Terms: Fall 2021, Winter 2022
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2021-2022 academic year.
Corequisite: SOCI 603.
Restriction: Restricted to Sociology M.A. students.
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SOCI 625D1 Professional Development Seminar in Sociology
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Professional development of incoming graduate students in sociology.
Terms: Fall 2021
Instructors: McMahan, Peter (Fall)
Course will be offered every other week, during the Fall and Winter terms, for a duration of one hour.
Restrictions: Open to incoming graduate students in the Department of Sociology.
Students must register at the same time for SOCI 625 D1 and SOCI 625D2.
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SOCI 625D2 Professional Development Seminar in Sociology
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Professional development of incoming graduate students in sociology.
Terms: Winter 2022
Instructors: McMahan, Peter (Winter)
Course will be offered every other week, during the Fall and Winter terms, for a duration of one hour.
Restrictions: Open to incoming graduate students in the Department of Sociology.
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SOCI 652 Current Sociological Theory (3 credits) *
Overview
Sociology (Arts) : Examination of works in some major areas of Sociology with a focus on: antecedent thought and research in the area; the internal structure and consistency of these works; the validity of the major claims made; and the implications for future theoretical development and research.
Terms: Fall 2021
Instructors: van den Berg, Axel (Fall)
Prerequisite: SOCI 330
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WMST 601 Feminist Theories and Methods (3 credits)
Overview
Women's Studies : Examination of feminist theories and research methods from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.
Terms: Fall 2021
Instructors: Ketchum, Alexandra (Fall)
* All students must have taken these courses or take them during the first year of the program. Students granted an exemption from any one or more of these courses by the Graduate Studies Committee must substitute another substantive seminar in its place.
Complementary Courses (6 credits)
6 credits at the 500, 600, or 700 level including:
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WMST 602 Feminist Research Symposium (3 credits)
Overview
Women's Studies : Discussion and development of participants' research in gender and women's studies.
Terms: Winter 2022
Instructors: Sandwell, Rachel (Winter)
Prerequisite: WMST 601.
Restriction: Must be enrolled in the Option in Gender and Women's Studies.
or one 3-credit course on gender/women's studies issues at the 500, 600, or 700 level (may be taken outside of the Department).
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