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Family Studies is a two-year program for students interested in the nature of long-term relationships to further career and/or personal objectives. Students can achieve either a Diploma in Family Studies or an Associate of Arts Degree with a concentration in Family Studies. The program's interdisciplinary approach provides students with a variety of interpretations of the concept of family from the Social Sciences and Humanities. The core courses set the stage for this exploration by offering sociological, psychological, philosophical, literary and historical perspectives on families in Canada and elsewhere. Guest speakers from academia and related professions enhance the core courses by providing innovative analyses and experiential accounts. Each of the required and elective courses adds to an understanding of the complex issues surrounding the social construction of family. The Family Studies program at Langara College is unique in the B.C. College system.
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Associate of Arts Degree in Family Studies
CURRICULUM
Within the framework of the general requirements of the Associate of Arts Degree, students must complete a minimum of 60 credits including:
All of
FMST 1115, Perspectives on Family Studies, 3
HIST 1155, The History of the Family in Western Society, 3
PHIL 1100, Introduction to Philosophy: (Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy), 3
PSYC 2319, Psychology of the Family, 3
SOCI 2250, The Sociology of the Family, 3
One of
ENGL 1123, Introduction to Academic Writing, 3
ENGL 1127, Essay Writing and Short Prose Selections, 3
ENGL 1128, Short Prose Selections and Composition, 3
One of
ENGL 1129, Modern Novel, Poetry, and Drama, 3
ENGL 1130, Modern Novel, Poetry, and Film, 3
One of
ENGL 2222, Classical Literature in Translation, 3
ENGL 2225, Canadian Literature 1, 3
ENGL 2234, Literature from a Feminist Perspective, 3
ENGL 2237, Exploring Literature 2, 3
Notes:
1 approved section
2 approved section,
Three of
ANTH 1120, Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, 3
CLST 1102, Women in Antiquity, 3
CMNS 1115, Interpersonal Communications, 3
PCCN 1202, Conflict and Conflict Resolution, 3
PSYC 2323, Health Psychology, 3
PSYC 2324, Developmental Psychology (Early Childhood), 3
PSYC 2424, Developmental Psychology (Middle Childhood and Adolescence), 3
PSYC 2425, Developmental Psychology (Adulthood and Aging), 3
PSYC 2426, Psychotherapy, 3
WMST 1116, Investigating Women's Realities: An Introduction, 3
WMST 1216, Exploring Women's Lives: An Introduction, 3
WMST 1195, Special Topics I, 3
One of
Attendance in FMST 1105 (0 credit) OR completion of a supervised project on a topic related to marriage and/or family issues.
Diploma in Arts and Science (Family Studies)
The two-year Diploma in Arts and Science (Family Studies) Program is for individuals interested in understanding the nature of long-term relationships to further personal and/or career objectives. It is the only such program offered in the BC College system.
A Diploma in Arts and Science (Family Studies) requires a minimum of 60 credit hours of study. Up to 15 credit hours may include courses from the career and kinesiology course selections. Students must achieve a minimum ‘C’ GPA in the program’s core course offerings to be awarded a diploma. As part of the Interdisciplinary Studies Department, the broad range of courses provides students with a sound basis for continuing their studies in a variety of academic disciplines including Psychology, Sociology, Education, Social Work, and Family Sciences.
Selections from the program’s offerings, taken in conjunction with Langara College’s Certificate in Social Service Worker Program, would allow a student to complete a College Diploma in Co-ordinated Studies.
CURRICULUM
Within the framework of the general requirements of the Diploma in Arts and Science, students must complete a minimum of 60 credits including:
All of
FMST 1115, Perspectives on Family Studies, 3
HIST 1155, The History of the Family in Western Society, 3
PHIL 1100, Introduction to Philosophy: (Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy), 3
PSYC 2319, Psychology of the Family, 3
SOCI 2250, The Sociology of the Family, 3
One of
ENGL 1123, Introduction to Academic Writing, 3
ENGL 1127, Essay Writing and Short Prose Selections, 3
ENGL 1128, Short Prose Selections and Composition, 3
One of
ENGL 1129, Modern Novel, Poetry, and Drama, 3
ENGL 1130, Modern Novel, Poetry, and Film, 3
One of
ENGL 2222, Classical Literature in Translation, 3
ENGL 2225, Canadian Literature 1, 3
ENGL 2234, Literature from a Feminist Perspective, 3
ENGL 2237, Exploring Literature 2, 3
Notes:
1 approved section
2 approved section,
Three of
ANTH 1120, Introduction to Cultural Anthropology, 3
CLST 1102, Women in Antiquity, 3
CMNS 1115, Interpersonal Communications, 3
PCCN 1202, Conflict and Conflict Resolution, 3
PSYC 2323, Health Psychology, 3
PSYC 2324, Developmental Psychology (Early Childhood), 3
PSYC 2424, Developmental Psychology (Middle Childhood and Adolescence), 3
PSYC 2425, Developmental Psychology (Adulthood and Aging), 3
PSYC 2426, Psychotherapy, 3
WMST 1116, Investigating Women's Realities: An Introduction, 3
WMST 1216, Exploring Women's Lives: An Introduction, 3
WMST 1195, Special Topics I, 3
One of
Attendance in FMST 1105 (0 credit) OR completion of a supervised
This program offers an opportunity for students to acquire a thorough understanding of the factors involved in shaping and defining families.
Students also gain an awareness of how various academic disciplines approach this topic and how these different idea streams interconnect. Students will develop skills in oral and written communication, critical thinking, and research techniques.
Many Family Studies students ultimately enjoy careers in teaching, social work, counselling, psychology, family law, journalism, and social policy research. Involvement in Family Studies also provides important insight in terms of personal relationships and understanding Canada’s increasingly complex multicultural society. Students may also transfer the Diploma or Associate Degree to university in order to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Family Studies or in a related discipline.
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