SCS 1150 Introduction to Social Sciences

3 units
Social Sciences
Faculty of Social Sciences
Develop general knowledge and understanding of the social sciences, its main themes, and various perspectives on social realities. Gain the necessary skills to understand how societies work and how different social sciences disciplines contribute to knowledge. Critical readings, nuanced analyses expressing clear arguments based on existing data, and interpretations of different types of documents from a diversity of sources.

Components:

Lecture

Previously Offered Terms:

Fall
Winter

French Equivalent:

Organized

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Clear Expectations

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Learned a Lot

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Recommend

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Workload

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Fair Assessments

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