Introduction to Thanatology

Course Information

This course introduces students to thanatology; the study of death and dying. Students will develop an understanding of the broad, interdisciplinary nature of thanatology and will explore personal attitudes and experiences of death. Current issues and topics in thanatology such as near death experiences, death in the arts and media and the business of the funeral industry will also be explored.

Intake F25 SEM

Start Date Sep 09 / 2025

End Date Dec 16 / 2025

Prerequisite(s):

None

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

No

Group Work:

No

Registering college code:
SF-SOCI242

Host college code:
CL-CETH100

How to register

You can register in-person, online, or by phone.  When registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001–not SF-ENL001).

Continuing Education
Phone : (705) 749-5530 ext. 1502
Toll Free: (888) 269-6929
Email : coned@flemingcollege.ca
https://flemingcollege.ca/continuing-education/registration-and-student-information

Contact

Continuing Education
Phone : (705) 749-5530 ext. 1502
Email : coned@flemingcollege.ca

599 Brealey Drive
Peterborough, ON
K9J 7B1

Phone : (705) 749-5530
Toll Free : 1-888 269-6929
Fax : (705) 749-5507

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