Introduction to Disability Studies I
Disability Studies · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Fall Only, Every Year
One shot a year. Offered fall term only, so a clash costs a full year.
No prerequisites listed, you can take this course without prior coursework.
DIS-1003 prerequisites
Where DIS-1003 counts
Required by 4 programs:
Read from the departments' own calendar pages, where 71 of 141 programs are only partly machine-readable, so treat these as a minimum rather than the full list. Confirm with an academic advisor.
Description
This course addresses definitions of and approaches to disability, and the differences as a result of history and cultures. In addition, the course examines the ways in which disability is constructed in societies - including the media, workplaces service provision, families, and environmental barriers. This course is designed to be of particular interest to people with disabilities, people with interest in providing disability services, educators, caregivers, therapists, and all people with an interest in disability issues.
Restrictions
Students may not hold credit for this course and SOC-1003.
From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.