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Academic Calendar 2025-2026

Courses of Instruction in Other Faculties and Schools

Effective September 2016, and with the exception of students who have transferred from another Faculty or School into the Faculty of Arts and Science, a maximum of 6.00 units from courses offered by other Faculties and Schools may be counted towards the Program and/or Plan requirements of any degree in the Faculty of Arts and Science. Policies related to courses in specific Faculties/Schools are listed below and in Academic Programs section 7.

Smith Engineering

Faculty Office: Beamish Munro Hall, Room 300
Faculty Office Telephone: 613-533-2055
Website:
听A limited number of Engineering courses are open to Arts and Science students. See the听Academic Programs section7.a.听for the regulations for further information.

Faculty of Health Sciences

Faculty Office: Botterell Hall, Room 563
Faculty Office E-Mail Address: bhsc@queensu.ca
Faculty Office Telephone: 613-533-2566
Website:
The following Health Sciences courses are open to Arts and Science students, subject to the limit stated above. For a complete description, see the Bachelor of Health Sciences website at .

Biomedical and Molecular Science (BMED)

BMED 384听听Integrative Laboratory Course听听Units: 3.00听听
This course will be a two-week intensive multidisciplinary laboratory course conducted in-person on the 成人大片 Campus. Students will participate in a variety of laboratories, including in the disciplines of physiology, pharmacology, anatomy, microbiology, and biochemistry. Students will learn a number of different laboratory techniques, developing skills in scientific methodology, data acquisition and interpretation. Students will also attain skills in critical thinking and hypothesis development, as well as gain experience in writing laboratory reports, anatomy bell-ringers, presenting their results in posters, debates and in oral presentations. Priority access to this course will be granted to students in the Bachelor of Health Sciences program.
Requirements: BMED384reqs >or= 3rd yr and ((PHGY210orPHGY214)or(PHGY215PHGY216)), and (PHAR230orPHAR270orPHAR340). EXC LISC 390 391.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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BMED 390听听Integrative Laboratory Course听听Units: 3.00听听
This course will be a two-week intensive multidisciplinary laboratory course conducted in-person on the 成人大片 Campus. Students will participate in a variety of laboratories, including in the disciplines of physiology, pharmacology, anatomy, microbiology, and biochemistry. Students will learn a number of different laboratory techniques, developing skills in scientific methodology, data acquisition and interpretation. Students will also attain skills in critical thinking and hypothesis development, as well as gain experience in writing laboratory reports, anatomy bell-ringers, presenting their results in posters, debates and in oral presentations.
Requirements: Minimum 3rd year (Level 3) standing and (one of PHGY 210/6.0 OR PHGY 214/6.0 OR [PHGY听215/3.0 and PHGY听216/3.0]), and (one of PHAR听230/3.0; PHAR 270/3.0; PHAR听370/3.0; PHAR 340/3.0), or permission from the instructor. Equivalency LISC听390/3.0听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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BMED 470听听Principles of 'Omics'听听Units: 3.00听听
BMED听470 Principles of 'Omics' will build on information learned in BCHM听370 as well as explore the integration of genomics with other 'omics' such as transcriptomics, epigenomics, proteomics, and metabolomics data in the study of mechanisms controlling biological processes and disease risk. This course will cover technological advances in omics data collection, computer systems for management and processing, as well methods for the integrative analysis of large-scale omics data in biomedical research.
Requirements: Minimum 4th year (Level 4) standing and one of (BCHM听370/3.0; BIOL听331/3.0) or permission of the instructor.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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BMED 480听听Clinical Applications of Human Anatomy听听Units: 3.00听听
BMED听480 is a comprehensive course on regional anatomy of the human body covering the major organ systems, their components and the relationships between them. This course builds on fundamental knowledge of anatomy in order to apply it to clinical case-based scenarios. Students will apply anatomy and physiological knowledge gained in order to collaborate with peers to explore clinical problems, as well as develop their own realistic clinical case based problems on an underlying anatomical issue.
Requirements: BMED听480 Reqs >or=4th year and (PHGY听170 or BIOL听102), and (ANAT 270 or ANAT听215 or ANAT听216 or ANAT听315 or ANAT听316) or permission of the instructor.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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Global and Population Health (GLPH)

GLPH 271听听Global and Population Health听听Units: 3.00听听
In this course, the learning emphasis will be on global and population health, instead of the health of individuals. As a discipline, global and population health prioritizes partnerships and resource sharing, instead of unilateral relationships, as well as having an important focus on advocacy.
NOTE Also offered online.
Learning Hours: 114 (36 Online Activity, 78 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Minimum 2nd year (Level 2) standing or permission of the instructor.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Recognize health as a human right in order to identify opportunities to demonstrate social responsibility and service.
  2. Integrate social and physical determinants of health to assess the unique needs of special populations.
  3. Draw on examples of successful interventions and best practices to assess the community鈥檚 access to resources and design a well-informed health advocacy plan.
  4. Identify and engage the appropriate stakeholders to develop consensus on the rationale and execution of a health advocacy plan.
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GLPH 281听听Racism and Health in Canada听听Units: 3.00听听
Students explore the impact of racism on the health of individuals and equity-deserving communities in Canada. A framework conceptualizing the social determinants of Indigenous Peoples' health, progressing from historical data to now are used. Reflection on biases, positionality, and skill development to support positive change are key components.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Online Activity, 84 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Minimum 2nd year (Level 2) standing or permission of the instructor.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Analyze the strengths and potential pitfalls in creating public health policy aimed at mitigating racially-based health inequities, particularly as they relate to racialized communities in Canada.
  2. Apply a process of reflexive inquiry to continuously adapt and improve upon their skills in cultural safety, and advocacy for health equity
  3. Demonstrate the complexity and pervasiveness of racism as it relates to health, and develop potential personal and structural ways to begin to disrupt and dismantle these effects.
  4. Identify the ways in which their individual social location influences their perspective and practice as health advocate and global citizen
  5. Understand the importance of collaboration and empowerment of stakeholders, when advocating for positive change.
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GLPH 385听听Biohacking & Gerontechnology听听Units: 3.00听听
This course introduces and encourages the use of a global perspective to critically analyze technology developed to support/biohack human aging ranging from basic gerontechnologies that are currently in use to support older adults aging in place to cutting edge anti-aging technology.
NOTE: Also offered online
Learning Hours: 120 (72 Online Activity, 48 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Minimum 3rd year (Level 3) standing, or permission from the instructor.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Analyze the impact of biohacking and/or gerontechnology from the perspective of older adults, caregivers and/or medical professionals.
  2. Build communication skills and engage in knowledge dissemination using blogging, streaming, and presentation skills as well as through the design of an infographic in order to become a better scholar and communicator.
  3. Critically analyze anti-aging and gerontechnology tools and techniques in order to develop scholarship by evaluating uses, strengths and risks associated with gerontechnology and/or biohacking in both standard and novel situation
  4. Examine consumer needs and critique the business/capitalist drivers behind the creation of biohacking and/or gerontechnology tools and techniques.
  5. Identify ethical concerns associated with biohacking and gerontechnology to analyze how these ethical concerns impact older adults and whether they are different depending on geography, culture, or social determinants of health (SDH).
  6. Identify the current and future biohacking and gerontechnology tools to understand how they might help or hinder the experience of aging globally.
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GLPH 471听听Advanced Global and Population Health听听Units: 3.00听听
Students will take knowledge gained from GLPH听271, and apply it in this course, which will focus on more advanced topics of population and global health, as well as provide experiential learning.
NOTE Also offered online. Consult the Bachelor of Health Sciences program office.
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 3 or above and (GLPH听271/3.0 or LISC 271/3.0).听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Recognize health as a human right in order to identify and engage in opportunities to demonstrate social responsibility and service.
  2. Integrate determinants of health with institutional barriers and enablers to assess the unique needs of special populations and affiliated organizations.
  3. Draw on examples of successful interventions and best practices to assess the community and organization鈥檚 access to resources and design a well-informed health advocacy plan.
  4. Identify and engage the appropriate stakeholders to develop consensus on the rationale and execution of a health advocacy plan
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GLPH 472听听Special Populations: Neonatal to End-of-Life-Care听听Units: 3.00听听
In this online course, students will examine how variations in determinants of health can affect delivery of health care to special populations and shape health policy. Specific populations covered will include neonates, marginalized populations, those in intensive and end-of-life palliative care.
Requirements: Minimum 4th year (Level 4) standing and IDIS听373/3.0, or permission of instructor.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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GLPH 482听听Foundations of Humanitarian Health Emergencies听听Units: 3.00听听
This course will introduce students to the basic concepts, fundamental principles, and current events of humanitarian emergencies. From a health lens, humanitarian assessment, response, and evaluation will be discussed to provide a broad overview of international and domestic humanitarian aid. Health will be examined across a broad number of humanitarian programming topics to better understand the interconnected and complex contexts and planning structures. Guest speakers from large humanitarian organizations will contribute a real time, real world, aspect of learning and provide options for discourse in different contextual realities.
NOTE Also offered online. Consult the Bachelor of Health Sciences program office.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Group Learning, 36 Online Activity, 48 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 4 or above. Exclusion HLTH听351/3.0; HLTH听397/3.0 (Topic Title: Health in Humanitarian Crises).听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Using systems thinking, students will accurately identify the health risks and care needs of populations affected by different types of humanitarian emergencies
  2. Analyze various potential human health interventions for different types of emergencies to maximize health benefits while mitigating risk
  3. Demonstrate awareness of historical health inequities and adapt planned interventions to ensure optimal outcomes for vulnerable and marginalized populations
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GLPH 485听听Global Application of Health Informatics听听Units: 3.00听听
This fourth-year course will focus on the use of real electronic healthcare data. Students will learn about the history of data processing, the laws and regulations governing the use of healthcare data nationally and internationally, analysis techniques, and how health informatics systems can be used to drive and support health interventions.
Learning Hours: 120 (60 Online Activity, 60 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Min 4th Year Standing and one of (HSCI听190/3.0;STAM听200/3.0;BIOL听243/3.0; GPHY听247/3.0; KNPE听251/3.0; NURS听323/3.0; POLS 385/3.0; PSYC听202/3.0; STAT听263/3.0). Note: priority will be given to students registered in the Bachelor of Health Sciences pgm听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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GLPH 487听听One World, One Health: The Global Link Between Human, Animal, and Environmental Health听听Units: 3.00听听
This course uses a socio-cultural lens to examine this multi-disciplinary field focusing on the intersection of human, animal and environmental health - locally and globally. Assessments involve the analysis of history, health policy and research frameworks, incorporating risk factors and diseases.
NOTE Also offered online. Consult the Bachelor of Health Sciences program office.
Learning Hours: 120 (36 Group Learning, 36 Online Activity, 48 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 4 or above.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Analyze the impact of human activity including factory farming, wild caught meat (bush meat) on the environment as well as on the association with diseases including viruses
  2. Apply One Health related concepts to explain how they might help or hinder the health of humans, non-human animals and the environment globally
  3. Critically analyze One Health tools and techniques to evaluate uses, strengths and risks associated with One Health strategies in both standard and emerging situations
  4. Examine special topics in One Health to determine their impact on humans, the environment and non-human animals globally, critically analyzing business/capitalist drivers behind the perpetuation of activities and industries that are detrimental to One Health goals.
  5. Identify ethical concerns associated with the One Health framework including those involving the social determinants of health and inequities. Analyze and communicate how these ethical concerns impact human health and whether they are different depending on geography, culture, or social determinants of health (SDoH)
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GLPH 488听听Global Oncology: Cancer Care, Policy, Research, and Education听听Units: 3.00听听
GLPH听488 will focus on the challenges and opportunities of cancer care, education, research, and policy, especially in resource-limited settings. Students will integrate their learning in a research paper based on how cancer policy is at the intersection of all facets of cancer care, ultimately making a difference in outcomes of patients with cancer.
NOTE Also offered online. Consult the Bachelor of Health Sciences program office.
Learning Hours: 120 (24 Lecture, 36 Group Learning, 60 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 4 or above.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Analyze the implications for access with respect to how cancer drugs get approved and funded in the U.S, Canada and around the world
  2. Appraise and then propose policy level solutions to address disparities in global cancer outcomes, including the role of organizations such as the WHO and other non-profit international organizations.
  3. Critically appraise clinical trials and other types of research in oncology and assess the magnitude of clinical benefit of cancer drugs.
  4. Discuss the economics of cancer drugs, and its relationship with global cancer disparities.
  5. Produce both a publication style research-style as well as a commentary-style article related to global oncology and/or cancer policy.
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GLPH 493听听Global Health Practice听听Units: 3.00听听
This course will strengthen students' abilities to respond to a community's health needs through a practical service learning position with an approved local or international community health organization. Students will apply a reflective approach to community engagement in global health and consider the relationship between global health practice.
NOTE Students interested in taking GLPH听493 must secure a service-learning position with a host organization and submit the course enrolment package for approval (see course website) 8 weeks prior to the start of term. Registration must occur through the Bachelor of Health Sciences Program Office.
Learning Hours: 132 (60 Practicum, 36 Online Activity, 36 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 3 or above and GLPH听271/3.0. Note Priority will be given to 4th year students.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Demonstrate how concepts of globalization, equity, and social and international development influence community health organizations' work to enhance their ability to enhance equitable relationships in global health service delivery.
  2. Describe their individual philosophy of practice in global health, including the broad values, knowledge, and approaches that they will use to identify, understand, and respond to a community's health needs.
  3. Develop and communicate a process of self-reflexivity to adapt and improve upon their global health practice through a combination of continuous independent reflection and regular communication with relevant stakeholders.
  4. Identify the ways in which their individual social location influences their perspectives to inform their practice as a global health researcher, service provider, activist or community organizer.
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Health Sciences Research (HSCI)

HSCI 270听听Fundamentals of Health Research Methodology听听Units: 3.00听听
HSCI听270, Fundamentals of Health Research Methodology will introduce fundamentals of health-related research methods with a focus on developing critical reasoning skills. Using examples from a wide range of health-related research topics, students will gain familiarity and skills to assess primary literature at a basic level. Throughout the course, students will assess various aspects of both qualitative and quantitative research such as research questions, study rationales, study design, replicability/trustworthiness of research reports, and ethics for research involving human subjects.
Note: Also offered online
Note: Learning Hours may vary
Requirements: Minimum 2nd year (Level 2) standing and one of (HSCI听190;STAT听263;BIOL听243;STAM听200;CHEE听209; ECON听250;GPHY听247;KNPE听251;NURS听323;POLS 385;PSYC听202;SOCY听211;STAT 267;STAT 367;COMM听162). Exclusion SOCY听210;GPHY听240; HLTH听252; PSYC听203; EPID听301; HLTH听323听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Apply basic concepts surrounding the design, conduct, and interpretation of observational studies that are commonly used in the field of epidemiology by conducting a critical appraisal of an observational study.
  2. Develop compelling, evidence-based rationales for research studies based upon existing evidence and communicate logical and creative arguments in support of research ideas and associated study designs.
  3. Discuss the origins of research questions in human health and disease, and best practices for articulating such questions in the health sciences.
  4. Evaluate experimental concepts, design, and basic analysis in order complete a critical appraisal of a clinical trial.
  5. Understand and apply key concepts and practices of qualitative health research by conducting a critical appraisal of a qualitative study.
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HSCI 383听听Advanced Research Methodologies听听Units: 3.00听听
Students will have the opportunity to develop and apply a mixed methods design for research. The course instruction will assist students as they navigate processes of literature review, question development, experimental design, proposed approaches to data analyses (both quantitative and qualitative) and proposed methods of knowledge mobilization.
Requirements: Minimum 3rd year (Level 3) standing and one of (HSCI听270/3.0; BMED 270/3.0; EPID听301/3.0; HLTH听252/3.0; PSYC听203/3.0; SOCY听210/3.0) or permission of the Instructor.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Communicate methodological paradigms, approaches, and tests to justify and explain alignment with research questions.
  2. Design and critique experimental, quasi-experimental, and qualitative research protocols to ensure data is valid and reliable.
  3. Establish appropriate quantitative and qualitative data collection and analyses to provide sufficient evidence to effectively respond to research questions.
  4. Review and interpret literature within one or more Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Health Sciences track(s) to establish research questions relevant to human wellness.
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HSCI 483听听Applied Qualitative Methods for Health Research听听Units: 3.00听听
In this course students will explore multiple qualitative methodologies and methods used to collect and analyze non-numeric behaviours, experiences, and perspectives. This course provides an opportunity to enhance and apply qualitative research skills. Students will design and initiate a qualitative research project on a topical health issue.
NOTE Also offered online. Consult the Bachelor of Health Sciences program office.
Learning Hours: 120 (24 Group Learning, 48 Online Activity, 48 Private Study)听听
Requirements: Prerequisite Level 3 or above and HSCI听383/3.0.听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Apply qualitative research methodologies in practice to recognize benefits and limitations of various approaches.
  2. Compare methodological approaches to qualitative health research to align appropriate methodologies and methods to research questions.
  3. Explain ethical principles, power dynamics and relationality in qualitative inquiry to inform reflexivity and positionality in their own research.
  4. Present proposals and findings of qualitative research.
  5. Utilize qualitative data analysis software to analyze qualitative data and apply methods of triangulation.
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Faculty of Law

Faculty Office:听Law Building, 128 Union Street
Faculty Office Telephone:听613-533-2220
Website:
The following Law courses are open to Arts and Science students, subject to the limit stated above and in Academic Programs section 7.c.听Students must meet the prerequisite indicated in order to enrol in these courses during the summer class selection period.

Law Studies (LAW)

LAW 201听听Introduction to Canadian Law听听Units: 3.00听听
Introduction to Canadian Law is designed for students from all disciplines, all ages, and all walks of life. The course provides students with an introduction to the Canadian legal and judicial systems.
You'll learn where our laws come from, how Quebec and the rest of Canada operate under different legal systems, and how our government and courts are structured. You'll get to know the role of lawyers and judges in our society. You'll get brief -- but thorough -- introductions of Canadian law: Public & Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Torts, Contracts, Property Law, Corporate Law, Workplace Law, Intellectual Property Law and International Law.
Requirements: LAW 2## Exclusions听听
Course Equivalencies: LAW201; LAW201B听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Law听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

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LAW 202听听Aboriginal Law听听Units: 3.00听听
The relationship between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian state has never before been quite so prominent. Yet it remains as complex as ever. The news is full of terms such as "Aboriginal rights", "Indigenous self-determination", "UNDRIP", the "doctrine of discovery", and the "intergenerational trauma" of the residential school system. LAW听202/702 Aboriginal Law explores these key themes and concepts, getting at the heart of the complex relationship between the Canadian state and Indigenous peoples, exploring both the historical roots, the evolution of treaty and policy frameworks, and the current effects of the many issues involved in this dynamic and sometimes fragmented relationship. Only by better understanding the history and current challenges of the interactions between Indigenous peoples and the Canadian state can we hope to move forward on the path to reconciliation.
Requirements: LAW 2## Exclusions听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Law听听
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LAW 203听听Workplace Law听听Units: 3.00听听
For most Canadians, the laws that govern work relations are a critical determinant of income, satisfaction, fairness, safety, and ultimately, fulfillment. In Workplace Law, you will learn about the various legal regimes that regulate work relations: the common law regime; the regulatory regime which includes employment standards, health and safety rules, and human rights; and the collective bargaining regime that applies to unionized workplaces. Get to know one of the fastest-evolving and active areas in law: change is the only constant as workplaces are affected by economic, historical, political and global forces.
You will finish this course with an understanding of the legal and social issues at play in the laws that apply to work.
Requirements: LAW 2## Exclusions听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Law听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe the historical, economic, and political context of workplace regulation in Canada.
  2. Describe the overlapping regulatory systems applying to the workplace.
  3. Apply basic legal reasoning within the context of workplace regulation.
  4. Extract relevant legal issues from specific situations within Canadian workplaces.
  5. Argue a legal position resulting from a workplace issue.
  6. Describe the impact of global changes on workplace regulation and prospects for reform.
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LAW 204听听Corporate Law听听Units: 3.00听听
Law 204/704 Corporate Law is intended to give students an introduction to corporate law, with a primary focus on the creation, structure and animus of the corporation. Corporate Law will introduce students to the basic legal concepts associated with business and corporate structures, shareholder and partnership agreements, corporate governance and financing, and the protection of intellectual property.
This course will provide students with an understanding of business associations, securities regulation and banking, as well as examining sources of business regulation. Similar to the approach employed by business schools which emphasize case-based analysis, the course will ask students to apply the concepts learned to specific case and problem scenarios. From how a company is structured to how businesses are regulated, Law 204/704 Corporate Law is an absolute must for anyone in business.
Requirements: LAW 2## Exclusions听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Law听听
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LAW 205听听Public & Constitutional Law听听Units: 3.00听听
Law 205/705 Public and Constitutional Law provides an overview of general principles of public law, focusing on the institutions and organs of government, the sources and nature of the legal rules that create them, and the limits on their powers. The course also introduces the essential elements of the Canadian legal system, such as democracy, the rule of law, constitutional supremacy, parliamentary sovereignty, judicial independence and federalism.
The course will cover the rights enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, as well as those aboriginal and treaty rights guaranteed by s. 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982.
Requirements: LAW 2## Exclusions听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Law听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Distinguish between public and private law.
  2. Apply the hierarchy of public law rules.
  3. Summarize Canada鈥檚 gradual constitutional evolution from a colony of the United Kingdom to an independent country.
  4. Assess the constitutional basis for the protection of human rights in Canada.
  5. Compare the roles and responsibilities of the executive, legislative and judicial branches of government.
  6. Evaluate the interaction between the three branches of government and the appropriate institutional relationships between them.
  7. Differentiate between legal and political constitutionalism and accountability.
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LAW 206听听Intellectual Property听听Units: 3.00听听
Whether you're an entrepreneur, writer, artist, coder, or inventor, you are in the Intellectual Property business. Law 206/706 Intellectual Property Law offers a general overview of intellectual property law in Canada, from a practical perspective. It explores trade secrets and patentable inventions, how to recognize and protect trademarks, when copyright applies and when it's infringed, and reviews typical license terms. Students will learn the forms of intellectual property protection available, and why it's important to their future careers and/or business ventures. Learn how to protect your creations, or how best to work with others in bringing great ideas to life with Law 206/706 Intellectual Property Law.
Requirements: LAW 2## Exclusions听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Law听听
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LAW 207听听International Law听听Units: 3.00听听
Students will learn the fundamentals of public International Law and the international legal order. Topics to be covered include the United Nations, treaties, sovereign immunity, the law of war, international criminal law, and international human rights law. Students will discuss international legal issues of contemporary and timeless significance.
Requirements: LAW 2## Exclusions听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Law听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Identify the sources and subjects of international law and the structure of the international legal order.
  2. Analyze fact scenarios in which international legal issues arise.
  3. Discuss the role of international law in the modern world.
  4. Develop the skills to research in depth an international legal topic.
  5. Connect international law with Canadian law and society.
  6. Critique the structure of the international legal order.
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School of Nursing

Nursing Office: Cataraqui Building, 92 Barrie Street
Nursing Telephone: 613-533-2668
Website:
The following Nursing courses are open to Arts and Science students, subject to the limit stated above. For a complete description, see the School of Nursing section of this Calendar.听

Nursing (NURS)

NURS 100听听Nutrition and Health听听Units: 3.00听听
This course is about nutrition as a determinant of health through the study of nutrient metabolism, nutrition throughout the life span, nutrition behaviour, and nutritional considerations for select health conditions. Students will learn about the role of nutrition in promoting health within the context of their professional discipline. A required course for students of nursing science and relevant for students in life science and other health professions. 3 hour lecture per week. Recommended 12U Chemistry or Biology, or by permission of the instructor.
Requirements: in BNSc and Exclusion: HLTH听230听听
Course Equivalencies: HSCI230; NURS100听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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NURS 323听听Introduction to Statistics听听Units: 3.00听听
An introduction to the analysis of data from real life situations. The course covers sampling methods, descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include probability, t-tests, regression, Chi-square tests, analysis of variance, and study design. Emphasis is placed on the foundation of statistical inference and the practical application of statistical methods using statistical software. 1 hour lecture and 1.5 hour tutorial per week.
Requirements: BNSC Program Exclusions: BIOL听243; CHEE听209; COMM听162; ECON听250; GPHY听247; KNPE听251; NURS听323; POLS听285 (formerly POLS 385); PSYC听202; SOCY听211; STAM听200; STAT听252; STAT听263; STAT 367听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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NURS 324听听Research in Nursing听听Units: 3.00听听
This course is about the basic principles and processes of conducting nursing research, and how to practice using an evidence-informed approach. The student will learn how to identify researchable problems, how to search for evidence, and how to critique and make decisions about the quality and applicability of published research, as well as how to design and implement a research study. The student will acquire the knowledge necessary to critically use research in clinical practice and for beginning participation as a junior member of a nursing research study. 3 hour lecture per week.
Requirements: Exclusions: HLTH252. Registration in BNSC听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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NURS 346听听Professional Nursing听听Units: 3.00听听
This course addresses the emergence of nursing as a profession, the growth of professional nursing within two contexts, Great Britain and Canada, and current issues in the delivery of nursing services from a global perspective.听 6 hours a week Spring term or 3 hours a week Fall term.
Requirements: BNSC students only听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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NURS 425听听Managing for Success听听Units: 3.00听听
This course focuses on three key skills that a successful manager possesses; an understanding of financial management, negotiation and influence. In the three components of the course learners will examine, among other things, basic ideas of finance and accounting and how health care is funded in various jurisdictions; styles of negotiation and bargaining for an agreement; how people are influenced and how to exert influence to achieve personal and organizational goals. 3 hour lecture per week.
Requirements: BNSC and >= 4th year听听
Offering Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences听听
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Smith School of Business

Commerce Office: Goodes Hall, Room 130
Commerce Telephone: 613-533-2301
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Students may take any COMM course numbered below 600, subject to the limit stated above.听听First-year Arts and Science students are not permitted to enrol in commerce courses for the Fall or Winter Terms during the summer class selection period. While no first-year student will be permitted to add a Fall Term Commerce course, adding a Winter Term course will be permitted on an individual basis during the open enrolment period.

While any COMM course may be counted as part of the 6.0 units allowed, the following Commerce courses are typically open to Arts and Science students. Note that this is not an exhaustive list, as many 300- and 400-level COMM courses may also be taken. Students must meet the prerequisites (or their equivalents) in order to enrol in all commerce courses. For a complete description, see the Smith School of Business section of this Calendar.

Commerce (COMM)

COMM 200听听Business Fundamentals听听Units: 3.00听听
This course will develop an appreciation of the role of the manager and business in society. It will discuss Canadian and global trends and issues - political, economic, technological, and ethical - that affect business and management. The course will introduce the student to the nature of the modern corporate enterprise, large and small, and begin the building of business analysis skills.
Requirements: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 2nd yr or greater of their program, excludes Commerce/CIB. EXCLUSION: No more than one course from COMM听101 or COMM听200/600 or COMM听201/601. No more than 6.0 units from any COMM听200-level course.听听
Course Equivalencies: COMM103/200/600听听
Offering Faculty: Smith School of Business听听
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COMM 201听听Introduction to Business for Entrepreneurs听听Units: 3.00听听
This course introduces students to the language of business, as well as the main functional areas of business, and demonstrates how these areas interact to produce and market products and/or services in an economically viable manner. An emphasis is placed on both strategic and tactical development and execution in entrepreneurial contexts. The course also assists students in developing an understanding of the nature of the modern entrepreneurial enterprise in Canadian and international contexts, and of the tasks, practices, and responsibilities of its leaders. Of particular importance is the use of a capstone simulation - like the Capsim Strategy Simulation, but one geared towards entrepreneurial ventures - whose focus lies in the development and application of fundamental strategic management skills and financial analysis interpretation for decision-making purposes. The approach of the course is to challenge students to strive to develop a base-level competency in business principles which they can effectively transfer to their future entrepreneurial venture.
Requirements: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 2nd yr or greater of their program, excludes Commerce/CIB. EXCLUSION: No more than one course from COMM听101 or COMM听200/600 or COMM听201/601. No more than 6.0 units from any COMM听200-level course.听听
Offering Faculty: Smith School of Business听听
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COMM 211听听Financial Accounting听听Units: 3.00听听
As the initial course in accounting, this course provides a foundation of accounting knowledge necessary to the fuller appreciation of many aspects of business. The structure of the process of accounting is studied, with particular emphasis on the use, interpretation, and communication of financial information.
Requirements: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 2nd yr or greater of their program, excludes Commerce/CIB. EXCLUSIONS: No more than one course from COMM听211 or COMM听611 or EMPR听280 No more than 6.0 units from any COMM听200-level course.听听
Course Equivalencies: COMM111/211/611听听
Offering Faculty: Smith School of Business听听
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COMM 212听听Management Accounting听听Units: 3.00听听
An examination of the internal accounting model and related information systems designed to keep the manager informed for the purposes of planning and controlling the organization's operations.
Requirements: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 2nd yr or greater of their program, excludes Commerce/CIB. PREREQUISITE: COMM听111/211 EXCLUSIONS: No more than one from COMM听212/612 or EMPR听280 No more than 6.0 units from any COMM听200-level course.听听
Course Equivalencies: COMM112/212/612听听
Offering Faculty: Smith School of Business听听
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COMM 221听听Foundations of Finance听听Units: 3.00听听
This course provides an in-depth introduction to the principles of finance, focusing on the fundamental concepts and tools used in financial decision-making from a corporate perspective. Students will explore the capital allocation process and funding decisions that shape the financial health and growth of an organization. Key topics include the time value of money, bond valuation, interest rates, investment decision rules, and shareholder value creation. The course delves into capital budgeting techniques, risk-return analysis, portfolio theory, and the concept of market efficiency, cost of capital, debt and equity financing, and capital structure decisions. Discussions on dividend and capital distribution policy and business valuation will also be integrated into the curriculum.
Requirements: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 2nd yr or greater of their program, excludes Commerce/CIB. EXCLUSIONS: No more than one course from COMM听221 or COMM听621, EMPR听280 or ECON听254 No more than 6.0 units from any COMM听200-level course.听听
Course Equivalencies: COMM121/221/621听听
Offering Faculty: Smith School of Business听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Apply capital budgetng techniques to make informed investment decisions that recognize the risk鈥恟eturn trade鈥恛ffs that are inherent to all financial decisions.
  2. Analyze the impact of time and risk on the valuation of investment projects and individual securities, such as stocks and bonds.
  3. Understand the impact of dividend and other capital distribution policies on firms鈥 valuation using various pedagogical tool such as case studies.
  4. Communicate financial analyses and recommendations effectively with due consideration for ethics and potential biases associated with financial decisions.
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COMM 231听听Foundations of Marketing听听Units: 3.00听听
This introductory marketing course covers essential frameworks, processes, and systems that help students understand how marketing operates within organizations. Students will develop analytical capabilities, decision-making skills and customer centric plans that drive sustainable impact for customers. This course will help students to understand how marketing is evolving in a digital and increasingly AI driven world. Students will be required to reflect on how marketing plans are adapted to meet the diverse needs of business and consumers markets.
Requirements: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 2nd yr or greater of their program, excludes Commerce/CIB. EXCLUSIONS: No more than one course from COMM听231 or COMM听631 No more than 6.0 units from any COMM听200-level course.听听
Course Equivalencies: COMM131/231/631听听
Offering Faculty: Smith School of Business听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Identify key marketing concepts and their applications within organization by analyzing various frameworks/models, processes and systems.
  2. Apply marketing theories to develop effective strategies for real鈥恮orld scenarios by completing case study assignments.
  3. Analyze the influence of ethical considerations and diverse perspectives on marketing decisions by reflecting on learning activities and case studies.
  4. Create points of view on how marketing is evolving in a digital and AI driven world to clearly communicate key concepts and insights related to marketing principles, application and how marketing is evolving.
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COMM 251听听Managing People in Organizations听听Units: 3.00听听
This course introduces students to key concepts in managing people within organizational settings, blending insights from human resource management and organizational behaviour. Students will explore foundational topics such as motivation, team dynamics, leadership, and organizational culture. They will examine how effective human resource practices-from hiring and training to performance management and employee engagement-contribute to individual and organizational success. Through analyzing and reflecting on real-life examples, case studies, and personal experiences, students will develop practical skills and knowledge for managing people, resolving conflict, and fostering collaboration in diverse, inclusive environments. By the end of the course, students will gain a deeper understanding of the human aspects of organizations and will be better equipped to navigate workplace challenges and lead effectively in their careers.
Requirements: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 2nd yr or greater of their program, excludes Commerce/CIB. EXCLUSIONS: No more than one course from COMM听251 or COMM听651 or EMPR听270 No more than 6.0 units from any COMM听200-level course.听听
Course Equivalencies: COMM151/251/651听听
Offering Faculty: Smith School of Business听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Analyze core theories and models of human behaviour in organizational settings in order to critically assess and address real鈥恮orld organizational challenges with a well鈥恟ounded perspective.
  2. Apply principles of effective leadership and team dynamics so they can contribute to and enhance team performance in any organizational setting.
  3. Evaluate the impact of organizational culture and practices on employee motivation and engagement in order to develop insights into creating supportive and motivating work environments.
  4. Design strategies for managing conflict and fostering collaboration within diverse teams so they are prepared to handle interpersonal challenges and build cohesion in a variety of workplace contexts.
  5. Critique common human resource practices with a focus on inclusion and ethics in order to advocate for fair and equitable practices within their own professional environments.
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COMM 290听听Foundations of Digital Business: Strategy, Data, and Emerging Technologies听听Units: 3.00听听
This course introduces students to the essential concepts of digital strategy, data analytics, and emerging technologies. Students will explore foundational topics such as aligning technology with business goals, interpreting data-driven insights, and understanding platforms and ecosystems. Through practical applications and case studies, students will develop skills in analyzing data, leveraging technologies, and developing digital strategies that enhance organizational performance. The course also emphasizes critical thinking, ethical considerations, and the importance of staying future-ready in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Requirements: This course is restricted to students enrolled in the 2nd yr or greater of their program, excludes Commerce/CIB. EXCLUSIONS: No more than one course from COMM听290 or COMM听690. No more than 6.0 units from any COMM听200 level course.听听
Offering Faculty: Smith School of Business听听

Course Learning Outcomes:

  1. Apply digital strategy frameworks to align technology with business goals by analyzing case studies and proposing strategic initiatives that enhance organizational performance.
  2. Analyze data dashboards and metrics to make informed decisions by interpreting key business metrics and connecting them to strategic outcomes.
  3. Explain the role of emerging technologies in shaping modern business by evaluating real鈥恮orld examples and discussing their applications in business contexts.
  4. Evaluate the ethical and societal implications of digital transformation by reflecting on case studies and proposing solutions to address potential ethical challenges.
  5. Develop a personal digital skills plan to prepare for future career opportunities by identifying gaps in their current skills and proposing actionable steps to enhance their digital fluency.
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