SPMT279 - Social Issues in Sports

Course Details

Course Code: SPMT279 Course ID: 5369 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate

Students use analytical techniques to examine the scope and effect of sport on society. They will explore sociological concepts regarding how sports and sport participation impact the lives of individuals and groups in a society. Students will explore several significant contemporary issues including drug abuse, Title IX, ethics, gambling, and violence. To further increase their sociological understanding of sport, students will also identify and discuss sociological perspectives about the components of sport and physical activity.

Course Schedule

Registration Dates Course Dates Start Month Session Weeks
Registration07/28/2025 - 01/02/2026 Course Dates01/05/2026 - 03/01/2026 Start Month January SessionWinter 2026 Session B Weeks8 Week session
Registration08/25/2025 - 01/30/2026 Course Dates02/02/2026 - 03/29/2026 Start Month February SessionWinter 2026 Session I Weeks8 Week session
Registration09/29/2025 - 02/27/2026 Course Dates03/02/2026 - 04/26/2026 Start Month March SessionWinter 2026 Session D Weeks8 Week session
Registration10/27/2025 - 04/03/2026 Course Dates04/06/2026 - 05/31/2026 Start Month April SessionSpring 2026 Session B Weeks8 Week session
Registration11/24/2025 - 05/01/2026 Course Dates05/04/2026 - 06/28/2026 Start Month May SessionSpring 2026 Session I Weeks8 Week session
Registration12/29/2025 - 05/29/2026 Course Dates06/01/2026 - 07/26/2026 Start Month June SessionSpring 2026 Session D Weeks8 Week session

Previous Syllabi

Not current for future courses.