Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2026 - PSYC 300W D100

Critical Analysis of Issues in Psychology (4)

Class Number: 3509

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 9 – Dec 6, 2026: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    PSYC 201W.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Trains students to evaluate critically important issues from the main areas of psychology (e.g., cognitive and neural, clinical, developmental, history, quantitative and theoretical, law and psychology, social) and to communicate their ideas clearly in written form. The content may vary in different offerings of the course. Writing.

Grading

NOTES:

WAITLIST POLICY: This course uses standard departmental waitlist policies (see the Undergraduate FAQ).

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

There is no required textbook.

Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.