SACR 8620: Security and Regulation

An examination of research and theory on the regulatory agencies of criminal law and social policy (e.g. courts, police, corrections, social service agencies), modes of regulation (e.g. discipline, surveillance, detention) and their application (e.g. to bodies, spaces, borders and subjectivities).

SACR 8650: Law and Governance

This course examines perspectives on moral regulation, the social construction of law and law as governance. The focus will be the analysis of various forms of law, policy, and regulation. Substantive issues to be covered may include sexuality, immigration and exclusion, labour and economic policies, drug policies and communication, or cultural policies.

SACR 8670: Current Issues in Criminology

An examination of contemporary research in criminology, deviance, and/or social justice. Students will critically engage with the results of recent research central to these areas of investigations

SACR 8690: Culture and Globalization

This seminar course uses cultural perspectives to explore processes of globalization. Topics may include migration, mass mediated practices, transnational organizations, work and employment, and human rights.

SACR 8710: Critical Cultural Studies

A critical examination of popular culture within contemporary social and cultural contexts. Topics may include: media representations of crime/criminality/criminal justice, gender, sexuality, race/ethnicity; the role of power and inequality in cultural production; myth; ideology; and how media and popular culture inform and impact various forms of social policy.

SACR 8740: Health and Social Justice

Examines the social construction, production, and subjectivities of health and illness with reference to a variety of social justice developments and policy issues.

SACR 8800: Subordination, Identity and Empowerment

A micro level examination of the effects of subordination on everyday life in the generation of acquiescence and resistance, including the use of discourse in identity formation and popular ideologies.

SACR 8870: Selected Topics in Sociology

This course involves an examination of a selected topic within Sociology based on new developments in particular areas, special faculty interests, and opportunities afforded by the availability of visiting professors. Topics covered will vary from semester to semester.

SACR 8794: Directed Study Major Project I

Under the guidance of the instructor, the candidate will engage in research on a discipline relevant issue, using existing data set(s), leading to the production of a final project which entails empirically grounded policy suggestions. Students will select a Project Committee, review literature, and develop research question and identify data set(s). (Cross listed with PSYC-8794)

SACR 8795: Directed Study Major Project II

In the Summer Semester, operationalize concepts, recode variables, analyze data, write report and suggest policies. The final project will show evidence of methodological skills, knowledge of the relevant substantive area, and ability to define policy implications based on analyzed data. (Cross-listed with PSYC-8795)

ARGU 9000: History and Theories of Argumentation

This course, offered in the Fall term each year, explores the major movements in argumentation theory, beginning with the Ancient Greeks and proceeding through the twentieth century, and part introduction to further research agendas in the field. The course involves in-depth readings and discussions of seminal texts in the field, including such figures as Aristotle, […]

ARGU 9010: Advanced Studies in Argumentation

This course, offered in the Winter term each year, will introduce students to different fields of current research in argumentation studies as conducted by members of the faculty. Themes may include ‘Feminism and Argumentation’, ‘Argumentation in Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence’, ‘Advances in Multi-modal Argumentation,’ among others. Reading lists will depend on the topics involved […]

ARGU 9980: Dissertation Research

Students work with a supervisor and committee to develop and implement an original research investigation, informed by the training in Argumentation Studies provided by the coursework and Qualifying Examination. The results will be embodied in a professionally organized and written dissertation conforming to the requirements outlined in the Graduate Calendar for the Argumentation Studies program […]

MATH 8100: Functions of a Real Variable I

Lebesgue measure, abstract measure, integration, monotone and dominated convergence theorems, Radon- Nikodym theorem, Hahn decomposition theorem, Fubini’s theorem, Lp spaces.

SACR 8000: Sociological Theory

A seminar on current and emerging trends in social theory from social constructionism to world systems theory, including contemporary debates on impacts of globalization, modernity and postmodernity, and the recovery of neglected voices in sociological theory.

SACR 8010: Classical Social Theories and Beyond

A seminar on creative, critical, and reflexive modes of theoretical development and appropriation grounded in sections of classical social theory. Topics covered may include causality, power, justice, love, sexuality, the family, class, solidarity, religion, science, ideology, culture, state formation, and cosmopolitanism. Attention will be given to the discursive formation of the social sciences and epistemological, […]

SACR 8020: Social Theory and Social Justice

A seminar to develop the theoretical foundations of doctoral research by critically examining the location of research and researchers in the global system, presumptions concerning human subjectivity and empowerment, and the conceptualization and practice of social justice. (Prerequisite: permission of instructor.)

SACR 8060: Qualitative Methodology

Examination and practice of qualitative methods used in social research. An examination of Students will critically examine the ethics and politics of research. The course is primarily designed to provide MA course- stream students with an opportunity to engage in various research methods and debates in the field.

SACR 8070: Survey Data

Student will work in teams to develop questionnaires, gather data, and prepare them for analysis. Extensive reading will be required on sample design, questionnaire design, and survey administration. (2 lecture, 1 laboratory hour each week.) (Cross-listed with PSYC-8070)

SACR 8080: Data Analysis

Students will explore their data and test hypotheses, drawing on methods from other graduate data analytic courses. Students will be required to write a final report which emphasizes communicating findings to non- specialists. (2 lecture, 1 laboratory hour each week.) (Cross-listed with PSYC-8080)

SACR 8150: Statistics and Quantitative Methods

Sociological applications of structural equation modeling, hierarchical modeling, log-linear models, multinomial and ordinal logits, consideration of the strengths and limitations of quantitative sociology and political issues in its exercise. (Prerequisite: SACR-8050 or permission of instructor.)

SACR 8160: Qualitative Research Design

An exploration of the epistemological assumptions and analytical tools that underpin the design of students’ qualitative research projects. Students will be exposed to a variety of research issues in areas such as of sociological field work, select ethnographic techniques, the analysis of documents, and participatory action research. The course is designed to assist students in […]

SACR 8200: Social Movements and Popular Mobilization

Seminar on the theory and research of large-scale transformations through historical and cross-cultural examinations of such topics as the development and impact of social movements, states and social revolutions, and the mobilization of people around issues concerning human rights, working conditions, racism, gender, sexuality, environment, peace, poverty, and globalization.

SACR 8210: Social Inequality and the State

Seminar on the theory and research of structured inequality in the national and international context. The focus will be on the role of the state in creating, sustaining, and altering different aspects of inequality in terms of resource attainment, political ideology and behaviour. Policy related issues may include globalization, family, sexuality, multiculturalism, immigration, employment, crime, […]

SACR 8270: The Unruly City: Urban Analysis and Ethnography

The aim of this course is to consider the work of anthropologists, sociologists and others who have explored and attempted to conceptualise cities and urban spaces, urban cultures and social relations, and the intersections between cultural phenomena and urban transformation all within the context of political economic formations. The course further aims to familiarize students […]

SACR 8300: Work and Social Change

This course examines current research and theoretical approaches in the sociology of work with an emphasis on understanding the relationship between the transformation of work and broader social change in class, gender and ethnic relations. Areas of concentration may include the organization of production, worker control and resistance, state labour policies and legislation, unemployment, labour […]

SACR 8400: Race and Ethnic Relations

A comparative analysis of race and ethnic relations focusing on such issues as ethnic stratification and mobility patterns, assimilation and cultural pluralism, and policies and legislation governing multiculturalism, employment equity and collective rights.

SACR 8500: Family Relations and Gender Politics

An examination of historical and contemporary debates on gender politics within the context of family formation and social change in Canada. Special attention will be given to the gender division of labour, sexuality, economy and class, and to related social justice issues such as state regulation of marriage, divorce, childcare and procreation, reproductive engineering and […]

SACR 8550: Sexualities and Social Justice

This course will investigate the relationship between sexuality, power inequalities and social change. This may include an examination of the impact of globalization processes on sexualities, the development of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer identities and movements, the racialization and gendering of sexual identity (and the sexualization of racial, ethnic and gender relations), the […]

ECON 8210: Applied Microeconomics

This course offers a systematic presentation of consumer theory, theory of the firm, and market equilibrium. Topics covered include preferences and utility, exchange, production, pricing, market structures, and welfare economics. These concepts are then applied to various policy issues including price and quantity regulation, taxation of labour and capital, income distribution, and the minimum wage.

ECON 8220: Applied Macroeconomics

This course provides a systematic overview of the theory of aggregate output and employment, the rate of interest, and price level determination. Coverage includes the theories of consumption and investment, the demand and supply of money, inflation, unemployment, and economic growth. These topics are discussed in the context of contemporary empirical work on aggregative relationships. […]

ECON 8230: Mathematics for Applied Economics

This course focuses on the mathematical methodology to be used in economic analysis. Topics covered include differential calculus and their importance in economics, linear algebra and its applications, optimization, Taylor series and linear approximation. Particular emphasis is placed on learning about how to use these methods in order to analyze economic phenomena. (Cross-listed with undergraduate […]

ECON 8240: Applied Econometrics 1

In this course, students will perform applied econometric analysis and use various econometric methods. Topics include probability and sampling, distribution theory, hypothesis testing, estimation, and analysis of variance

ECON 8250: Applied Econometrics 2

This is a continuation of ECON-8240. Students will use statistical methods to analyze economic data, including empirically testing some economic theories and making predictions. Students will perform applied econometric analysis and use advanced econometric methods. (Prerequisite: ECON-8240.)

ECON 8260: Business Communication

This course aims to enhance students’ communications skills and ability within a Canadian academic and employment context, including the opportunity to enhance their academic and occupational communication skills throughout a variety of relevant mediums.

ECON 8270: Research Project in Economic Policy and Seminar

This course is intended to develop independent research and presentation skills. With the guidance of the Instructor, students will choose a research economic topic, pose a specific question to be addressed and investigate the question. Students will be expected to conduct a formal literature survey which will form the basis for their investigation. The resulting […]

PHIL 8260: Philosophy of Law

The objective of this course is to introduce the student to contemporary issues concerning the philosophy of law, to include European and Indigenous law. Particular emphasis will be placed upon the presupposed relation of concepts to society. The course will examine such issues as the difference and relation of legitimacy to legality, the relation of […]

PHIL 8300: Topics in Gender and Sexuality

The course will focus on the philosophical implications of the impact gender and sexuality have on major epistemological, scientific, normative, and political problems. The specific focus of each year’s class will be determined by the instructor. (May be repeated for credit if content changes and with permission of the instructor.)

PHIL 8720: Analytic or Pragmatist Philosophy

Advanced study of themes and trends in Analytic or Pragmatist philosophy. Ordinarily, the topic will rotate on a yearly basis between Analytic Philosophy, in which logic, language, and scientific evidence play central roles and Pragmatist Philosophy which takes practice, in a broad sense of the term, to have a central role in most if not […]

HIST 8960: Major Paper

A sophisticated scholarly essay, normally amounting to some 40-60 pages, incorporating research on primary sources (in most cases), and written under the supervision of two members of the graduate faculty, a supervisor and a second reader. There will be a public oral examination. Students are advised that they may be required to have proficiency in […]

SCIE 8000: Theory and Practice of University Teaching and Learning in STEM

In this course, students will explore and critically evaluate current educational theory and practice relating to university teaching and learning in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics). Students will be asked to critically evaluate their teaching beliefs and broaden their knowledge and skills by participating in classroom discussions and microteaching opportunities. (Prerequisites: Admission to a […]

SCIE 8001: STEM Teaching Development

In this course, students will be asked to select an undergraduate or graduate course in their discipline and work with a faculty mentor to redesign, teach and assess one unit in that course. A “unit” is defined as the equivalent of three 50-minute lectures, or one 3-hour laboratory session or tutorial. Through the practicum, students […]

ECON 8100: Theory of International Economics

An introduction to the problem of international trade of goods and services, and the related issues of exchange rate determination and balance of payment; Domestic policies under alternative exchange rate regimes; Money and exchange rates in models with sticky or flexible prices.

ECON 8160: Labour Economics I

The demand and supply analysis; human capital; trade unions and collective bargaining; wage structures; labour mobility.

ECON 8430: Applied Econometrics

The specification, estimation, and testing of economic models. Emphasis will be on the classical linear regression model, the implications or violations of its basic assumptions and diagnostic testing. (This course is not intended for students who take ECON-8410.)

ECON 8500: Monetary Theory

A survey of recent developments in the theory of money and monetary control of an economy, in addition to selected topics.

ECON 8800: Models of Strategic Behaviour

A review of game theory showing how strategic reasoning can be used as a tool in decision theory. Topics include solution concepts for Normal form and Extensive form games, plus applications.

ECON 8810: Mathematical Economics

The formal properties of selected economic models. Includes an examination of the problems of existence, uniqueness and stability of solutions.

ECON 8900: Regional Economics

Theoretical and policy issues relating to large regions, including, for example, distribution of wealth, distribution of productive resources, and migration.

ECON 8910: Urban Economics

Theoretical and policy issues relating to urban areas, including, for example, urban growth and land use.

PSYC 8715: Psychological Services and Research Center Advanced Psychotherapy Practicum

This practicum focuses on training in psychotherapy theory and practice. Emphasis is placed on advanced psychotherapeutic skills applied to various client populations and problems. Training in individual psychotherapy is the primary focus. Students may also be trained in crisis intervention and in co-therapy with families, groups, or couples. Students will continue to explore personal development […]

PSYC 8721: Applied Social Psychology Practicum

Problem solving in work settings, applying methods of community psychology, organizational psychology, and other fields of applied psychology. Students consult and work directly with a group or organization on a project selected for value to the organization and to the student.

PSYC 8794: Directed Study Major Project I

Under the guidance of the instructor, the candidate will engage in research on a discipline relevant issue, using existing data set(s), leading to the production of a final project which entails empirically grounded policy suggestions. Students will select a Project Committee, review literature, and develop research question and identify data set(s). (Cross listed with SACR-8794)

PSYC 8795: Directed Study Major Project II

In the Summer Semester, operationalize concepts, recode variables, analyze data, write report and suggest policies. The final project will show evidence of methodological skills, knowledge of the relevant substantive area, and ability to define policy implications based on analyzed data. (Cross listed with SACR-8795)

PSYC 9020: Clinical Practicum: PhD Level

Supervised experience in an approved clinical setting with a focus on the development of basic clinical skills in preparation for practice and/or research. Students register for this course for each semester in which they attend a practicum placement. (Prerequisite: completion of MA requirements and consent of the Director of Clinical Training.)

PSYC 9050: Preparing for Clinical Internships

This one-term course is intended to assist students with their development and submission of written applications and preparation for the interviews that occur in the process of obtaining required one-year pre- doctoral internships in CPA- or APA-accredited clinical settings. (Prerequisites: completion of all required courses and practica, acceptance of dissertation proposal by the preceding June […]

PSYC 9060: Predoctoral Clinical Internship

A one-year, full-time (or two-year, half-time) internship/residency in a CPA- or APA-accredited clinical setting. (Prerequisites: completion of all doctoral requirements except for PSYC-9980; acceptance of dissertation proposal at time of application for internship; consent of Director of Clinical Training.)

PSYC 9410: Comprehensive Examination

Independent study for and completion of the written Comprehensive Examination. Students in the Applied Social Psychology program register in PSYC-9410-1 for a maximum of five consecutive terms. Students in Clinical Psychology programs register in PSYC-9410-2 for a maximum of three consecutive terms. (Prerequisite: completion of MA requirements.)

HIST 8030: Modes of Historical Interpretation

This course introduces students to a variety of methods and theories currently used to advance historical explanation. Particular attention will be paid to the role of narrative, the place of the social sciences, and the complexities of race, gender, ethnicity, and class in historical writing. Readings will also address the problem of synthesis, post-modernism and […]

HIST 8040: Research Methods

This course introduces students to the range of methods and approaches to historical research, and to the problems associated with interpreting various kinds of sources. Students will identify and establish a research problem, in which they define the questions to be posed, and begin to move from broad to narrow approaches to their topic. They […]

HIST 8060: Studies in the History of Sexuality

This course will provide a thematic approach to the foundations of Western attitudes towards sexuality, especially as they developed in premodern Europe. The complex interweaving of ancient ideas, medicine, Christian law and theology, and popular practices and beliefs will be explored. This course is problem oriented and will explore some of the theoretical issues pertaining […]

HIST 8070: Studies in the History of Women and Gender

This course examines the historiography and theory of these two interrelated fields since 1970. It explores the themes and approaches in early studies of women’s organizations, labour, and sexuality; the later growth of attention to differences of culture and power among women; and the more recent emergence of poststructuralism and the study of the interrelation […]

HIST 8080: Studies in the History of the Book and the Culture of the Written Word

This course will provide an introduction to the historical problems encountered and interpretive possibilities revealed when books (both artefacts and texts) become the focus of inquiry. Ranging broadly through a variety of disciplinary approaches to manuscript and print cultures on both sides of the Atlantic, we will consider such questions as the complex uses of […]

HIST 8090: Studies in Canadian Social History

The course discusses approaches, methods, and debates in the writing of social history in English Canada since 1970. Topics discussed include historiographical debates over the writing of a “national” history, the writing of labour and working-class history, women’s history, ethnic and immigration history, the history of sexuality, regional history, and family history. How the categories […]

HIST 8100: Studies in Postcolonial History

This course evaluates important works of history and theory written from a postcolonial perspective. It focuses on novel approaches to studying people whose modern experience began as subordinate subjects of the West’s colonizing projects. The course will also consider the influence of postcolonial scholarship on contemporary historiography in general. (2 lecture hours a week.)

HIST 8110: Modernity

This course address’s themes in the history of modernity, the lived experience of the capitalist, scientific and technological revolutions over the last three hundred years. Focusing primarily on the years from 1800-1950s, this course will begin with literature on the contemporary ideas of “being modern” in North America and Europe and the critiques of modernity […]

HIST 8130: Class in the Anglo Atlantic

This course addresses the ways in which the concept of class has influenced our understanding of the past, particularly in relation to the history of working people. It reviews the “new” labour history that emerged in British and North American history beginning in the 1960s, and documents the ways in which the history of identities […]

PSYC 8677: Advanced Child/Adolescent Clinical Interventions I

This advanced course focuses on training in theory and practice of clinical interventions with children, adolescents and families. Emphasis is placed on advanced intervention skills applied to child and adolescent populations and problems. Primary focus of training will be in individual and co-therapy with child and adolescent groups. Students may also be trained in parent-child […]

PSYC 8683: Special Topics in Therapy I

This course provides an introduction to theory, research and therapeutic techniques related to a specific approach to intervention not covered by other therapy course offered in the Clinical Psychology Program (e.g., marital/couples, group, systemic, crisis intervention, interpersonal, existential, dialectical behaviour therapy). Topics will vary from year to year. (Prerequisite or co-requisite: PSYC-8581.) (3 seminar hours […]

PSYC 8684: Special Topics in Therapy II

Supervised practical experience in applying the specific therapeutic theory and techniques introduced in the linked PSYC-8683 offering. (Prerequisite: PSYC-8683.) (3 seminar hours a week, plus practicum.) (May be repeated for credit if therapy modality is different.)

PSYC 8685: Brief Psychodynamic Psychotherapy I

This course focuses on the acquisition of knowledge and skills necessary to practice brief psychodynamic therapy. Students will be instructed in a brief psychodynamic psychotherapy (BPP) method through readings, didactic training, and role playing. The chosen relational approach is to be specified by the instructor at the time of course selection by students. After this […]

PSYC 8686: Brief Psychodynamic Psychotherapy II

Students continue supervised practice with at least one client according to the BPP approach selected for PSYC- 8685. Concurrently, students learn to conduct interpretive work through readings, didactic instruction, and role playing. In the practicum portion of this course, students learn to conduct interpretive work with their clients within BPP.(3 seminar hours a week, plus […]

PSYC 8690: Family Therapy I

This course covers the background theory, research, and therapeutic techniques of the major approaches to family therapy. Issues relevant to the practice of psychotherapy with different groups will be discussed. Preference will be given to students in the Child Clinical track. Prerequisite: One previous therapy course sequence and one or more of the following: PSYC-8540, […]

PSYC 8691: Family Therapy II

Seminar and supervised practice in family therapy. (Prerequisite: PSYC-8690). (3 seminar hours a week, plus practicum).

PSYC 8692: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy I

This is the first course in a two-course series that is designed to provide a reasonably comprehensive and practical overview of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT). The focus in this course is on understanding the basic premises of CBT and on developing assessment, case conceptualization, and basic intervention skills. During the associated practicum, student therapists provide therapy […]

PSYC 8693: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy II

This course focuses on how CBT is applied to a range of common clinical problems, on how CBT may be adapted and modified to meet the needs of diverse populations (e.g., clients from different ethnic and cultural groups), and on reviewing empirical support for the use of CBT. Issues related to therapist training and supervision […]

PSYC 8694: Integrative Psychotherapy I

This course is designed to facilitate the student therapist’s development of a personal framework for integrating theoretical concepts and therapeutic interventions across two or more psychotherapy approaches (e.g., CBT, EFT, Psychodynamic, Humanistic/Experiential) in the service of providing more individualized treatments to enhance client outcomes. Students will continue to explore personal development relevant to professional practice. […]

PSYC 8695: Integrative Psychotherapy II

Further development of an integrative psychotherapy framework with an emphasis on case conceptualization as applied to diverse syndromes, situations, and populations. The focus is on the therapist’s ability to understand the client’s situation and symptoms and to select appropriate interventions based on the therapist’s own articulation of integrative psychotherapy. Students will continue to explore personal […]

PSYC 8696: Emotion Focused Therapy I

EFT is based on current emotion theory and experiential therapy theory and research emphasizing the central role of emotion in functioning and therapeutic change. This course covers the theory, research, and therapeutic techniques used in this treatment model. Students will participate in class discussions, role play exercises, and view videotapes of expert therapists. Supervised practica […]

PSYC 8697: Emotion Focused Therapy II

EFT is based on current emotion theory and experiential therapy theory and research emphasizing the central role of emotion in functioning and therapeutic change. This course covers the theory, research, and therapeutic techniques used in this treatment model. Students will participate in class discussions, role play exercises, and view videotapes of expert therapists. (Prerequisite PSYC-8696.) […]

PSYC 8701: Clinical Practicum: MA Level

Supervised experience in an approved clinical setting with a focus on the development of basic clinical skills in preparation for practice and/or research, including skills related to interviewing, use of clinical assessment instruments, case formulation, report writing, and intervention. Prior to completion of MA requirements, students register for this course for each semester in which […]

PSYC 8702: Introductory Practicum in Clinical Neuropsychology

Students will work with mock clients as they develop their neuropsychological assessment skills; and observe more advanced students conducting neuropsychological assessments. After demonstrating basic mastery of test administration and clinical interpersonal skills, students will administer, score, and interpret neuropsychological measures under supervision. This course will be largely practice-based with group supervision as well as limited […]

PSYC 8703: Advanced Practicum in Neuropsychology

Students will continue to work with clinical supervisors to design test batteries, conduct interviews and assessments, provide diagnoses, and communicate results of assessment and recommendations for intervention to clients in this year-long course. In this second year of clinical practice, students will also serve as lead assessors with assistance from more junior students. This course […]

PSYC 8707: Supervision, Consultation, and Interdisciplinary Relationships

This course explores models, ethics, and issues related to supervision and consultation in the practice of clinical psychology, and the benefits and challenges of working with professionals in other disciplines. It includes didactic, discussion, and experiential components. (Prerequisites: completion of MA requirements; consent of instructor and Director of Clinical Training.) (3 hours a week.) (Graded […]

PSYC 8604: Special Projects in Psychological Research

Provides the opportunity for a student to work on an independent research project under the supervision of a faculty member. Requires consent of instructor and Graduate Program Chair. May be taken for a maximum of two terms.

PSYC 8606: Special Topics in Psychology

Seminar format provides an opportunity to study in an area not covered in sufficient depth by other courses. May be taken more than once if offered by a different instructor. (3 seminar hours a week.)

PSYC 8610: Special Topics in Applied Social Psychology

Seminar format provides an opportunity to study in an area of Applied Social Psychology not covered in sufficient depth by other courses. May be taken more than once if offered by a different instructor. (3 seminar hours a week.)

PSYC 8630: Professional and Practice Issues in Clinical Psychology

A series of seminars/workshops covering various topics, which may include but are not limited to, professional development (e.g., self-assessment of competencies, communicating a diagnosis, risk assessment, the mental health system in Ontario, strategies for providing tactful assessment feedback), career planning (e.g., professional registration, post-doctoral training opportunities, private practice), and provision of services in special settings/groups […]

PSYC 8640: Child Clinical Neuropsychology: Theory Methods and Research

This course includes a survey of the literature on brain-behaviour relationships, including the effect of brain dysfunction on perception, learning, memory, language and thinking as present in children/adolescents receiving clinical neuropsychology services. Students will receive training in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of neuropsychological tests currently used in practice with children and adolescents. This course […]

PSYC 8642: Adult Clinical Neuropsychology: Theory Methods and Research

This course includes a survey of the literature on brain-behaviour relationships in adults. Topics emphasized include: the effect of brain dysfunction on perception, learning, and thinking, memory disorders, and personality disorders associated with cerebral dysfunction in adulthood. Students will receive training in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of neuropsychological tests, including strategies and techniques of […]

PSYC 8644: Neurodevelopmental Disorders

An examination of the theories, research, and practice related to the neuropsychological and biological correlates of neurodevelopmental disorders. Each semester a particular disorder (e.g., ADHD) will selected as a prototype to consider assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders. (Prerequisites: PSYC-8503 and PSYC-8583, or consent of instructor.) (3 seminar hours per week.

PSYC 8645: Neuropsychological Aspects of Rehabilitation

A study of the literature and the methods currently employed in the treatment of brain-injured adults. Topics to be stressed include epidemiology and societal impact, pathophysiology, clinical presentation and both the theories and practices of rehabilitation. (3 hours a week.)

PSYC 8648: Neuropsychology of Older Adults

A survey of the literature dealing with brain-behaviour relationships across the older adult life span. Emphasis is given to the understanding and assessment of normal and dysfunctional aspects of cognitive and affective development in older adults. (Consent of instructor.) (3 hours a week.)

PSYC 8651: Survey of Child Psychotherapies

Introduction to psychotherapy with children with an emphasis on fundamental principles and empirical foundations of effective psychotherapy. Several treatment approaches are studied.

PSYC 8652: Child Clinical Assessment

Advanced training in selection, evaluation, and use of tests designed for the assessment of children’s abilities, personality, and behaviour. Practicum in administration, interpretation, and communication of results of comprehensive test batteries.

PSYC 8653: Child and Adolescent Assessment Practicum

In this practicum, graduate students in the child clinical track of the clinical program complete psychoeducational and psychodiagnostic assessments of children and adolescents from the surrounding community. Typically parents are seeking assessment services on behalf of the child. The practicum is housed at the Psychological Services and Research Centre on-campus under the supervision of a […]

PSYC 8657: Issues in Cultural Diversity

An examination of issues associated with the negotiation of individual and intergroup relations in a culturally pluralist society, from an explicitly intercultural psychological perspective that focuses primarily upon the social processes occurring when members of different cultural groups interact with one another. Groups considered include, but are not restricted to, those based on ethnicity, gender, […]

PSYC 8660: Community Psychology

An overview of the field of community psychology, with emphasis on societal and cultural approaches to community well-being, social problems, and effecting social change. Issues in theory, research, and practice in community psychology will be presented and discussed.

PSYC 8662: Health Psychology

An overview of health psychology, with emphasis on contributions made by psychology to the areas of health promotion, prevention and treatment of illness, modification of unhealthy behaviours, and improvement of health delivery. Application of the biopsychosocial model to health-related research and practice will be examined.

PSYC 8665: Industrial/Organizational Psychology

An examination of theory, research, and practice in the area of Industrial/Organizational Psychology. Industrial topics include measurement theory, job analysis, criterion development and other areas of personnel decision making. Organizational topics cover leadership, work motivation, team development, organizational development, and other areas of organizational functioning.

PSYC 8674: Introduction to Psychotherapy

An overview of historical and contemporary models of psychotherapy, common therapeutic factors, and therapy outcome research. Development of basic therapeutic relationship skills and empathic responding through role-playing and other class activities.

PSYC 8710: Practicum in Peer Supervision

In this practicum, advanced graduate students will engage in clinical supervision of more junior peers while receiving supervision from a registered psychologist. These practicum experiences will be embedded in established assessment and intervention courses as well as internal practica within the Department of Psychology.

PSYC 8675: Child/Adolescent Clinical Interventions I

Examination of the theory, research, and practice of clinical interventions with children, adolescents and families with an emphasis on fundamental principles and empirical foundations of effective psychotherapy. Issues relevant to the practice of psychotherapy with different groups will be discussed. (Space is limited; preference will be given to students in the Child Clinical Track and […]

PSYC 8529: Structure and Function of the Brain

A comprehensive introduction to the neuroanatomical basis of normal and abnormal human functioning, with coverage of the basic neuroanatomic structures and neurotransmitter systems of the central and peripheral nervous systems, including the sensory modalities, and proprioception), motor system, and autonomic nervous system, as well as the cortex, cranial nerves, cerebellum, basal ganglia, limbic structures, ventricles, […]

PSYC 8541: Cognitive Development

Review and comparison of major theoretical positions in cognitive development and a consideration of research generated from these theories.

PSYC 8542: Emotional Development

An examination of emotional development from infancy through the adult years. Topics include an overview of cognitive-affective theories and research on developmental change in emotions and self-regulation strategies, and cultural variations in displays of emotional expression and control in families.

PSYC 8550: Applied Social Psychology

An in-depth exploration of the field of applied social psychology, its development and progress. The course will situate applied social psychological research within the broader field of social psychology. Students are also guided through the process of developing research proposals.

PSYC 8566: Program Evaluation and Organizational Development

An examination of theory, research, and analytical methods appropriate to the planning, design, implementation, and utilization of program evaluation in education, social, business, and other organizational settings. These issues will be combined with those of organizational development and workplace design, which encourage the engagement of workers/stakeholders, development of leaders, and promotion of a creative and […]

PSYC 8570: Comparative Cognition

Evidence of general and specialized cognitive processes in human and non-human organisms will be investigated. Topics to be covered include perception, attention, and memory, concept formation, ecological and evolutionary bases of cognitive processes. Current research on these and other topics will be reviewed and discussed in a seminar format. (Prerequisite: Any two of the following […]

PSYC 8575: Feminist Psychology and the Psychology of Women and Gender

This course uses the scholarship and careers of early and recent feminist psychologists to explore a selection of topics in feminist psychology and the psychology of women and gender. The impact of social and personal circumstances on women’s career trajectories and research contributions is also explored within a feminist intersectional framework. (3 hours a week.)

PSYC 8577: Ethical Issues in Applied Psychology

This course will provide an overview of ethics and standards in psychological practice and research. Ethical issues in academic, clinical, community and organizational settings will be examined, and feminist and cross- cultural approaches to ethical issues will be considered. (Antirequisite: PSYC-8581.)

PSYC 8578: Foundations of Positive Psychology: Flourishing in Interpersonal Contexts

This course will provide students with foundational knowledge of positive psychology principles and interventions with an emphasis on applying this knowledge to interpersonal relationships in the two places where we spend the most time: at home and in the workplace. Some of the topics covered in this course include character strengths and virtues, positive emotions, […]

PSYC 8580: Psychopathology

Seminar on issues, diagnostic categories, etiological perspectives, and research in psychopathology in adults, adolescents, and children; includes focus on risk assessment, cultural diversity, diagnostic interviewing and report-writing, and case presentations.

PSYC 8582: Clinical Assessment I

An introduction to clinical psychological assessment. Emphasis is on the cognitive, achievement, and adaptive functioning of children, adolescents, and adults. Topics and activities include basic psychometrics; interviewing; the construction, selection, evaluation, and use of ability tests; behavioural observations; case formulation; report writing; and an introduction to neuropsychological assessment. Attention is given to the assessment of […]

PSYC 8583: Clinical Assessment II

Development of knowledge and skills in the assessment of psychopathology and personality in children, adolescents, and adults; evaluation of the clinical utility and psychometric properties of major personality instruments. The focus is on objective personality assessment, with an introduction to projective techniques. Students build on the skills developed in PSYC-8582; practice the administration, scoring, and […]

PSYC 8588: Multicultural Issues in Clinical Practice

An overview of the field of multicultural counseling and psychotherapy and, to a lesser extent, the field of cross-cultural psychology. The course surveys multicultural research, theories, practices, ethical issues, and assessment, and aims to facilitate students’ multicultural competency in terms of cultural awareness, knowledge, and skills. A strong emphasis is placed on students’ self-examination of […]

PSYC 8589: Advanced Adult Assessment

Students work with one or two adult clients to apply basic assessment skills acquired in preceding courses, to evaluate a wide range of cognitive, emotional, personality and interpersonal functions. The goal is to arrive at a comprehensive description of the person being assessed that results in meaningful clinical recommendations. Assessment strategies frequently employed in the […]

PSYC 8590: Adult Assessment Practicum

In this practicum, graduate students in the adult clinical track of the clinical program complete psychoeducational and psychodiagnostic assessments of community members who seek assessment services at the Psychological Services and Research Centre on-campus under the supervision of a Registered Clinical Psychologist. This is a continuation of learning from PSYC-8589 as well as PSYC-8582 and […]

PSYC 8591: Advanced Adult Assessment Fall and Winter Practicum

In this practicum during the regular academic year, graduate students in the clinical program complete psychoeducational and psychodiagnostics assessments of community members who seek assessment services at the Psychological Services and Research Centre on-campus under the supervision of a Registered Clinical Psychologist. (Prerequisite: PSYC-8589.) (Adult clinical students will receive registration priority.) (This is an experiential […]

NURS 8870: Integrative Practicum in Primary Health Care

Synthesize competencies essential to advanced practice nursing to provide primary health care for clients across the life span. Demonstrate autonomy in decision-making, and critical analysis of organizational and system issues that influence scope of practice, professional accountability, and outcomes. (Prerequisites: All PHCNP courses; NURS-8810, NURS-8820 and NURS-8830.) (3 hours seminar per week; 32 hours clinical […]

NURS 8970: Thesis Option

Before writing the thesis, the student must meet with the Master’s committee to obtain approval of the thesis investigation. Permission will only be granted when the student has shown sufficient preparation and competence to carry out the thesis proposal. Upon completion, each candidate will be required to make a satisfactory oral presentation and defence of […]

NURS 9100: Philosophy of Science in Nursing

This course introduces students to the philosophical assumptions concerning knowledge and knowledge development that inform the conduct of research in the discipline of nursing. Students will explore key concepts in relation to a variety of paradigm/perspectives within the philosophy of science, ranging from positivism to post-modernism and critical theory. Major topics to be debated will […]

NURS 9200: Advanced Perspectives in Quantitative Research Methods and Analyses

This advanced course is designed to enhance students’ knowledge of the design and analysis of selected observational (prevalence, ecologic, cohort, and case-control) and experimental (controlled trials) quantitative research designs. The course will also address principles and issues pertaining to the development, evaluation, and use of psychometric measures. Emphasis will be focused on the understanding and […]

NURS 9300: Advanced Perspectives in Qualitative Research

This course provides advanced philosophical and theoretical knowledge required to conduct qualitative research. Students are challenged to critically appraise the scholarship of published studies and to explore arising issues with qualitative inquiry. Issues may include, but are not limited to the importance and integration of philosophical underpinnings, researcher positioning, methodological congruence/consistency, ethical issues (anonymity, confidentiality […]

NURS 9410: Comprehensive Exam

This course allows students to demonstrate, in writing and orally, their ability to complete an extensive review and critical analysis of the literature to synthesize current knowledge and theoretical underpinnings pertaining to their research area. The critical review will also examine potential methodological and analytical approaches that are relevant to their research. The examination includes […]

NURS 9980: Dissertation

This course provides doctoral students with the opportunity to demonstrate their role as mature scholars through the development and implementation of a research dissertation project that will address an original question/hypothesis relevant to advancing nursing science. Students will integrate knowledge gained from previous courses to inform the literature review, conceptual framework, methodology and data analysis […]

PSYC 8070: Survey Data

Student will work in teams to develop questionnaires, gather data, and prepare them for analysis. Extensive reading will be required on sample design, questionnaire design, and survey administration. (2 lecture, 1 laboratory hour each week.) (Cross listed with SACR-8070)

PSYC 8080: Data Analysis

Students will explore their data and test hypotheses, drawing on methods from other graduate data analytic courses. Students will be required to write a final report which emphasizes communicating findings to non- specialists. (2 lecture, 1 laboratory hour each week.) (Cross listed with SACR-8080)

PSYC 8503: Human Neuropsychology and Biological Bases of Behaviour

Basic brain/behaviour relationships are introduced in the context of neuro-anatomical and neurotransmitter systems. Traditional theories of on brain function are reviewed, and include coverage of major neuropsychological domains (e.g., attention, memory, language, perception, sensory-motor, processing speed, executive function, emotion) and clinically-relevant methods that evaluate central nervous system integrity (e.g., imaging, EEG, and neuropsychological evaluation). (3 […]

PSYC 8511: Statistics for Graduate Study in Psychology I

Overview of the general linear model (univariate case) covering statistical analyses used to analyze data from experiments as well as to analyze observational data. Topics will include analysis of variance including between subjects and repeated measures factorial designs, random effects, and various mixed designs. Both linear and logistic regression techniques will be covered including vector […]

PSYC 8512: Statistics for Graduate Study in Psychology II

Overview of the general linear model (multivariate case) including classical methods such as canonical correlation analysis, discriminant analysis, multivariate analysis of variance, and exploratory factor analysis. Other topics may include methods of addressing missing data, loglinear modeling, and confirmatory factor analysis. (Prerequisite: PSYC-8511.) (3 lecture hours, 1 laboratory hour a week.)

PSYC 8513: Advanced Multivariate Analysis

Topics covered: path analysis; structural equation modeling, including confirmatory analysis; and, clustering methods. Other topics may include hierarchical linear modeling and latent growth modeling; multidimensional scaling, latent partition analysis and other related nonparametric techniques. (Prerequisite: PSYC-8512 or consent of instructor.) (3 hours a week.)

PSYC 8514: Research Methods in Clinical Psychology

Review of research values and issues in clinical psychology; survey and evaluation of common research designs and strategies in psychopathology, personality, and psychotherapy. (Prerequisite: PSYC-8511.) (3 hours a week.)

PSYC 8516: Applied Psychological Measurement

The basic principles of measurement and how they are applied in the construction and evaluation of surveys, tests, and scales will be covered. Also examined will be special problems characteristic of various approaches to measurement, such as the role of sampling in survey work. (3 hours a week.)

PSYC 8517: Qualitative Methods

This course examines the theory, methods, and inference of qualitative inquiry and includes practical application. Topics to be covered include the historical and theoretical roots of qualitative inquiry, ethics and a range of specific methods which may include interviewing, biography and case study, ethnography, grounded theory, archival and historical methods, and Q-Methodology. (3 seminar hours […]

PSYC 8519: Advanced Developmental Theory and Research Methods

Provides an overview of research designs and methodological issues in the context of contemporary child psychology research and developmental theories. Students conduct a literature review and design a research project in preparation for fulfilling the program’s thesis and dissertation requirements.

NURS 8450: Promoting Health Equity Among Diverse Groups

This course will enable the learner to explore the intersections of the social determinants of health, power, and privilege, and other factors on the health and health outcomes of diverse groups, including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples in Canada, racialized groups, 2SLGBTQIA+ folks, people experiencing homelessness/housing insecurity, and people living in rural/remote geographies. Learners […]

NURS 8460: Teaching and Learning: Theory and Practice

In this course, the learner will critically explore concepts related to the scholarship of teaching. The focus is on developing competency in teaching and learning among nurses working in advanced indirect practice roles, with an emphasis on those working in academic settings. The learner will analyze various issues and forces (theoretical, philosophical, historical, socio-cultural, political, […]

NURS 8470: Integrated Practicum in Nursing Scholarship

In this course, the learner will undertake a project that will engage them in the scholarship of discovery, integration, teaching, and application within the context of indirect nursing practice. The learner will apply a range of competencies to address a gap or issue within the selected setting, with an emphasis on knowledge, research and critical […]

NURS 8500: Pathophysiology for Nurse Practitioners

Examine theoretical and practice related concepts in pathophysiology as a basis for advanced nursing practice. Explore alterations in physiological function with an emphasis on age-related, acute, episodic, and chronic conditions found in primary health care practice. (Prerequisite or co-requisite: NURS-8810.) (3 hours per week.)

NURS 8520: Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Roles and Responsibilities

Compare and contrast advanced practice nursing and related frameworks to develop, integrate, sustain, and evaluate the role of the nurse practitioner within primary health care. Critically analyze and develop strategies to implement advanced practice nursing competencies (research, leadership, collaboration, and health and social policy). (Prerequisites or Co-requisites: NURS-8810 and NURS-8830.) (3 hours per week.)

NURS 8540: Evidence-Based Practice (EBP) for Advanced Practice Nursing (APN)

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to identify and use best evidence in advanced practice roles. The course focuses on developing a relevant evidence-based practice question, and searching appropriate evidence resources. Frameworks for the critical appraisal of quantitative and qualitative studies will be critiqued. Issues related to influencing practice and health […]

NURS 8560: Research Utilization Project: Evidence Based Decision Making in Health Care: Integrating Knowledge into Advanced Practice

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to identify and use best evidence in advanced practice roles. The course focuses on developing a relevant evidence based practice question, and searching appropriate evidence resources. Frameworks for the critical appraisal of quantitative and qualitative studies will be critiqued. Learning is facilitated through seminars, and […]

NURS 8570: Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis I

Differentiate concepts and frameworks essential to advanced health assessment, clinical reasoning, and diagnosis in advanced nursing practice. Apply clinical, theoretical, and scientific knowledge in comprehensive and focused health assessment, including history taking, physical examination, diagnostic reasoning, and interpretation for the individual client’s diagnostic plan of care. (Prerequisites or co-requisites: NURS-8500 and NURS-8810.) (3 hours seminar […]

NURS 8580: Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis II

Integrate conceptual frameworks integral to advanced health assessment, clinical reasoning, and diagnosis in advanced nursing practice. Demonstrate substantive initiative, responsibility, and accountability in complex decision making for individual clients, groups, and/or communities within the nurse practitioner scope of practice. (Prerequisites or co-requisites: NURS-8570 and NURS-8810.) (3 hours seminar per week; 6 hours clinical per week.)

NURS 8610: Therapeutics in Primary Health Care I

Critically appraise and interpret concepts and frameworks integral to pharmacotherapy, advanced counseling, and complementary therapies for common conditions across the lifespan. Develop, initiate, manage, and evaluate therapeutic plans of care that incorporate client values and acceptability, goals of therapy, analysis of different approaches, pharmacotherapeutic principles. (Prerequisites or co-requisites: NURS-8570, NURS-8810 and NURS-8830.) (3 hours seminar […]

NURS 8620: Therapeutics in Primary Health Care II

Integrate conceptual frameworks and evidence underlying the study of pharmacotherapy, advanced counseling, and complementary therapies for complex client situations. Demonstrate substantive initiative, responsibility, and accountability in complex decision making. (Prerequisites or co-requisites: NURS-8580, NURS-8610, NURS-8810, NURS-8820 and NURS-8830.) (3 hours seminar per week; 6 hours clinical per week.)

NURS 8700: Counselling Process in Nursing

Development and refinement of counselling skills with an emphasis on human relationships and nursing strategies that facilitate health. Experiential learning will be implemented to bring a balance between counselling theory/research and applied counselling knowledge.

NURS 8710: Nutrition, Lifestyle, and Chronic Disease

Nutrition is the science that studies food and how the food nourishes the body and affects our health. This course will introduce the basic concepts of nutrition and present techniques and tools that can be used to encourage better eating habits in individuals. The course will introduce how nutrition can be incorporated into the clinical […]

NURS 8720: Women and Health

An analysis of health issues of Canadian women from a holistic woman-centered perspective to include geographical, sociocultural and political variables that impact women’s health.

NURS 8780: Seminar in Current Nursing Issues

An historical and futuristic examination of the critical issues facing the nursing profession and discipline. Considering the practice orientation of nursing, students will explore issues related to education, practice, discipline, and professionalism.

NURS 8800: Selected Readings in Nursing

Intended for students with a special interest in and knowledge of a specialty area in nursing. To explore theory and research related to an area of interest in nursing. (To be taken only with permission of the School.)

NURS 8805: Principles of Leadership and Healthcare in Disaster and Emergency Preparedness

This course teaches nurses the principles required to prevent/mitigate disasters and emergencies as well as the principles required to prepare for, facilitate, and coordinate prompt and effective management and recovery for a wide variety of major emergency and disaster situations within local, national, and global contexts. Four key emergency management components are addressed: prevention and […]

NURS 8840: Summer Institute of Clinical Health Research

This intensive one-week Summer Institute will provide participants (i.e. graduate students, clinicians, and academics from various health related fields) with 35 hours of in-depth exploration and discussion of the principles and applications of clinical health research. Participants will be engaged by a team of experts in discussions pertaining to the understanding and applications of topics […]

STAT 8560: Statistical Consulting

This course is aimed at training students how to: (a) develop problem solving skills in applied statistics; (b) interact with clients from other scientific disciplines who seek statistical consultancy; and (c) improve skills for writing statistical data analysis reports.

STAT 8590: Topics in Statistics

Topics offered may include queueing theory, statistical quality control, statistical consulting, survival analysis, time series analysis, decision theory, and Bayesian analysis.

STAT 8700: Biostatistics

This course will be focused on the application of statistical methods in life and health sciences. Topics covered will include the formulation of study objectives in statistical hypotheses testing and estimation frameworks, the design of clinical studies, types of data and measurements, data description and visualization, procedures for testing statistical hypotheses, estimation via point estimates […]

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