This course considers the sociological significance of drugs and drug use in society. The historical, political and cultural underpinnings of drug policies and drug use are examined, while highlighting the social implications of policies that approach drugs and drug use from moral rather than empirical positions.

Antirequisite(s): Sociology 3326F and Sociology 3326G if taken in 2013-14, Sociology 3329F if taken in 2012-13, Sociology 3328G if taken in 2011-12.

Prerequisite(s): 1.0 from Sociology courses at the 1000 level and third or fourth year standing in a module in Sociology or Criminology.

Extra Information: 3 hours.