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 W26 SEM

Start Date Jan 13 / 2026

End Date Apr 21 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

None

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

No

Group Work:

No

Registering college code:
SE-MGB101

Host college code:
CL-CETH100

Contact

Centre for Flexible Learning
Centre for Flexible Learning, room D2375
Email : online@senecapolytechnic.ca

Faculty of Continuing Education
Newnham campus, Room D2200
1750 Finch Avenue East
Toronto, ON
M2J 2X5

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