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SOCY3391

Social Movements

In this course we will learn about the main drivers, dynamics, and consequences of contentious politics. We will learn about major mechanisms at work in episodes of contention. We will learn about rival theories, and some of the major debates in the studies of contentious politics and social movements. We will study cases such as the civil rights movements, Arab spring, and other examples of social movements from across the globe.

Course overview

Department
Sociology
School
MCAS
Credits
3

Requirements fulfilled

No source-backed degree requirement is attached to this course yet.

Official evaluation summary

4.14 / 5

Based on 34 aggregate responses from BC Avalanche/Blue evaluations.

Data freshness

Course and evaluation data last updated 2026-07-23. Source details and limitations are documented in Data Sources and Methodology.

Instructors

Sections

  • Section 01
    Fall 2026 · Mohammad Ali Kadivar · Mcguinn Hall 415 MW 01:30PM-02:45PM · Offered