LS 344Restorative Justice
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Arts
- Subject
- Legal Studies
- Cross-listed
- PACS 329
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
- F25
- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 5 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled, 2 lecture sections. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
This course investigates the history, theory, principles, practices, and people of restorative justice. Content will centre particularly on restorative justice as a way of dealing with crime and interpersonal violence in the Canadian context.
Prerequisites
- Complete 1 of the following
- Students must be in level 2A or higher
- Enrolled in Peace & Conflict Studies Diploma
Antirequisites
None listed.
Leads to
No course lists it as a requisite.
Fall 2026 sections
| Section | Class | Enrolled | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | 3427 | 25 / 25 | W 14:30–17:20 |
Winter 2027 sections
| Section | Class | Enrolled | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 001 | 3332 | 0 / 25 | W 12:00–14:50 |
| LEC 701 | 1263 | 21 / 9999 | Online or by arrangement |
Reviewed on UW Flow
86% liked it50% easy88% useful
From 7 ratings and 4 comments on UW Flow. The most helpful comments, quoted as written, without names. Read them all on UW Flow.
This course was quite possibly the most impactful and profound of my entire undergraduate degree at Waterloo. The concepts were deeply moving and transformative. While it was a difficult course in terms of the grading scheme (Cowie is by no means an easy marker!) and difficult course material that could be triggering, I found it to be healing and enabled and inspired me to begin to process many deeply painful and traumatic experiences. The concepts, the processes and models I learned about restorative processes, I will take forward and never forget.
Mar 2024 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this
Very interesting and important course material!
Dec 2022 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this
This class splits you into two groups, where each prof marks completely different from the other. If you have Cowie, make sure you get a completely clear description for what he's looking for, as his subjective marking is a great way to tank your grade. If you don't need this class, skip it.
Dec 2022 · didn’t like itOn UW FlowRemove this
This class will open new doors regarding CJS. The professors truly opened my eyes and provided a new perspective on how we can approach offenders. I have never seen such passionate professors nor do I think I will have a prof as passionate as them. I will always carry information from this class for the rest of my career AND everyday life. However, I would not say they are easy markers... you do have to put in a great effort. The only downside is that classes are 3 hours long AND at night. The first half is tolerable, but by the second half, you're forcing yourself to pay attention.
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Discussed on r/uwaterloo
3 posts and comments in 3 threads mention LS 344, October 2017 to December 2024. Quoted word for word, newest first; each reply sits under the post and the comment that started its branch. Search r/uwaterloo for newer posts.
Spring 2022
Has anyone taken LS 344 before? 5 points, 0 comments
u/JustHangryGG: “If so, how was it? I'm debating whether or not to take this course as one of my major electives. The instructor is Chris Cowie. What were the course requirements like (midterms, essays, etc.)? Any information would be appreciated. Thanks.”
Fall 2017
LS 327, 351, or 372? 2 points, 5 comments
“I am entering 3A this term and have a question about each of these courses. If any of you have taken one-or-more of these courses then please share your opinion on them, I would appreciate it. …”
u/sassyseaturtle: “I'm currently in 3A and I took 351 last year with Brian Orend. I got the best mark I've ever gotten in uni from that class and I actually took 352 (human rights) the following term because I noticed …”
u/indianprincess24: “Take LS 325 or LS 344 if you can!”
Any way to disable UWCourseLinker from posting? 16 points, 26 comments
“posting a reply to my comment I find the bot annoying.”
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u/Jackhofmann: “… LS 240 LS 271 LS 272 LS 273 LS 283 LS 291 LS 292 LS 300 LS 306 LS 319 LS 322 LS 325 LS 327 LS 344 LS 351 LS 366 LS 374 LS 386 LS 401 LS 402 LS 403 LS 428 LS 434 LS 492 LS 496 LS 498 MATBUS 470 MATBUS 471 MATH 103 MATH 104 MATH 106 MATH 109 MATH 114 MATH 115 MATH 116 MATH 117 …”
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