| Subject | Course | Section | Course Title | Course Description | Instructor | Files | Term |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| PSYCH | 455 | 001 | Honours Seminar in Social Psychology - Psychology of Men |
Topics reflect current issues in social psychology. Consult the departmental listings for the upcoming topics. Activities may include oral presentations, class discussions, individual and/or group projects, and written assignments.
Offered on campus |
Chris Burris |
PSYCH 455_C.Burris_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| RS | 121 | 001 | Evil |
How do the religions of the world define evil? How do they suggest it can be overcome? Classical and modern writers from Judaism, Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism will be considered.
Offered on campus |
David Seljak |
RS 121_D.Seljak_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |
| RS | 241 | 001 | Sex, Politics, and Religion in the U.S. and Canada |
What are the three topics that should not be talked about in polite company? Sex, politics, and religion. Breaking the taboo, this course examines religious practices and conflicts around sexuality and sexual behaviour in the United States and Canada, and how they have manifested in political contests and public policy.
Offered on campus |
Scott Kline |
RS 241_S.Kline_Winter 2023.pdf |
Winter 2023 |