Sociology and Health (including Year Abroad)

About this course

Sociology and Health studies theories of public health issues, social divisions, the nature of work and the environment, and crime and aging. This course is temporarily suspended for the 2026-27 academic year. Currently, the world is undergoing significant health challenges, and disadvantaged groups are being hit harder than others. Why is this the case? How can we identify and resolve ongoing disparities in health outcomes? How can we improve population health and public health overall? This course offers a deep understanding of sociology and health. Studying topics related to the underlying reasons for disparities in health is critical as we navigate the rise in chronic disease, infectious disease, and other health issues impacting our world. Through developing your understanding of the sociology of health, you will learn to think critically about the challenges facing society. This co

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