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:
MO-PSYC10021

Host college code:
CL-CETH100

How to register

Register online by visiting the Continuing Education Registration platform

If you require assistance please visit our How to Register webpage.  When Registering for a course, it is not necessary to include the 2 digit college code prefix (e.g. ENL001– not DU-ENL001).

Contact

Karen Bacher
OntarioLearn Coordinator, Continuing Education
Email : karen.bacher@mohawkcollege.ca

135 Fennell Avenue West
Hamilton, ON
L9C 0E5

Phone : (905) 575-2706
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