Thanatology: Reflection and Lived Experience (formerly: Learning from Death & Dying)

Course Information

Students will explore loss, dying, death and grief through reflection of their own experiences, alongside the review of other personal and professional narratives on lived experiences to enhance their holistic knowledge of thanatology and death education. This will include a review of the evolving frameworks and approaches within thanatology, and the opportunity for students to share their own reflections and insights about dying, death and bereavement in contemporary society.

Intake S26 SEM

Start Date May 12 / 2026

End Date Aug 18 / 2026

Prerequisite(s):

CETH100 Introduction to Thanatology, DU-SOCI1288, Diversity and Cultural Humility or similar is an asset.

Computer Software Requirements:

n/a

Chats:

No

Group Work:

No

Registering college code:
SE-MGB105

Host college code:
CL-CETH115

Contact

Centre for Flexible Learning
Centre for Flexible Learning
Email : online@senecapolytechnic.ca

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

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