| Subject | Course | Section | Course Title | Course Description | Instructor | Files | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHIL | 285J | 001 | Great Christian Thinkers - Aquinas on God |
An introduction to and examination of the thought of one important figure of Christian philosophy, such as Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, or Kierkegaard. The choice of the philosopher studied varies from term to term.
Offered on campus |
Bruno Tremblay |
 PHIL 285J_B.Tremblay_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PHIL | 321J | 001 | The Philosophy of Palliative Care |
An exploration of the principles and approaches of the hospice-palliative care movement as it was developed by its founders in the 20th century and as applied today. Topics may include the principles of pain and suffering management, holistic care of patients and their families, value of life at all stages, and integrating palliative care into mainstream medicine.
Offered on campus |
Adam Woodcox |
PHIL 321J_A.Woodcox_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PHIL | 327 | 001 | Philosophy of Law |
Basic themes in the philosophy of law. Issues include the nature of law and its relation to morality and politics, legal reasoning, the justification of punishment, and theories of rights, responsibility, and liability.
Held with LS 351
Offered in a blended format with on campus and online components |
Stéphanie Grégoire |
PHIL 327-LS 351_S.Gregoire_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PSYCH | 101 | 001 | Introductory Psychology |
A general survey course designed to provide the student with an understanding of the basic concepts and techniques of modern psychology as a behavioural science.
Offered on campus |
Rebecca Pister |
PSYCH 101_R.Pister_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PSYCH | 212 | 001 | Educational Psychology |
A consideration of the main variables affecting learning in the classroom with special focus upon the conditions essential to efficient learning.
Offered online |
Maureen Drysdale |
PSYCH 212_M.Drysdale_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PSYCH | 230 | 001 | Psychology and Law |
Psychological principles drawn from a variety of subdisciplines (e.g., social, clinical, cognitive) will be surveyed in terms of their relevance and application to the legal system. Topics may include jury selection and decision-making, eyewitness testimony, insanity defense, competency assessment, risk assessment, and attitudes toward law and the legal process.
Held with LS 272
Offered on campus |
John Rempel |
PSYCH 230-LS 272_J.Rempel_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PSYCH | 232 | 001 | Psychology of Evil |
Psychological perspectives concerning definitions, causes, and consequences of institutional and personal evil, as well as symbols and interpretations of evil in both religious and secular contexts, will be considered.
Offered on campus |
Chris Burris |
PSYCH 232_C.Burris_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PSYCH | 257 | 002 | Psychopathology |
This course offers an introduction to understanding, assessing, and treating mental illness from a psychological perspective. Course material will focus on various categories of abnormal behaviour, including personality, anxiety, and mood disorders; schizophrenia; and substance abuse. Clinical methods of assessment, diagnosis, and intervention will also be considered.
Offered on campus |
Rebecca Pister |
PSYCH 257_R.Pister_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PSYCH | 312 | 081 | Learning Disabilities |
A critical examination of the concept of learning disability and of current issues in the assessment and remediation of learning problems.
Offered online |
Maureen Drysdale |
PSYCH 312_M.Drysdale_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| PSYCH | 357 | 001 | Psychology of Good |
What does it mean to "be good"? How does one "do good"? What makes "doing good" easier or harder? This course examines (1) the biological and psychosocial foundations of prosocial behaviour and (2) associated facilitators and obstacles at both interpersonal and organizational levels. Topics may include empathy, social responsibility, volunteerism, community intervention, activism, and heroism.
Offered on campus |
Chris Burris, John Rempel |
PSYCH 357_C.Burris-J.Rempel_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |