Introduction to Psychology

Course Code: SS201
Arts & Sciences

An introduction to the principles, methods, language and major topics of the science of behaviour. Areas to be examined are biological foundations of behaviour, perception, learning, motivation, and emotions.

Human Development

Course Code: SS203
Arts & Sciences

A basic overview of the human life cycle from conception to death with attention given to physical, emotional, social, cognitive and moral dynamics of development, and their implications for services to children, youth and adults.

Educational Psychology

Course Code: SS204
Arts & Sciences

A study of psychological principles applied to the educational process including theories of learning, and evaluation of the learning process. The course will introduce the skills necessary to develop lesson plans and curriculum that reflects a philosophy of Christian education appropriate to various learning styles and educational models including public, private, and home.

Cultural Anthropology

Course Code: SS211
Arts & Sciences

An introduction to cultural and social anthropology designed to raise awareness of local culture, the dynamics of cultural change, and the contribution anthropology can make to cross-cultural communication. Through the course, the student is introduced to doing basic anthropological research.

Sociology

Course Code: SS221
Arts & Sciences

An introduction to the basic concepts and methods of sociological investigation and interpretation. Topics for analysis will include associations and institutions, social structure, social processes and social change.

Interpersonal Processes

Course Code: SS223
Arts & Sciences

This course helps develop the skills to communicate effectively in interpersonal, group, and intercultural contexts, and to learn to approach conflict in transformative ways.

Conflict Resolution

Course Code: SS224
Arts & Sciences

This course is an overview to the field of peace and conflict studies introducing theories, key terms, concepts, and skills related to conflict, justice, peace, and conflict resolution. Students will discover and develop their own conflict styles and learn introductory skills for dealing with conflict on an interpersonal level. Students will practice peacemaking in on-campus conflict situations.

Marriage and Family

Course Code: SS225
Arts & Sciences

A study of the family in contemporary society. The course includes topics like the nature of the family, sexuality, love, relationship building, weddings, parenting, birth order, and divorce/remarriage. While the course has a significant theoretical component, it also provides practical elements to help students reflect on their own families of origin and their own relational contexts.