Each term, a variety of new courses are offered for the first time. Below is a centrally-maintained list of such courses, submitted by various academic units on campus.
Click the course link to see the full course description in the Undergraduate Studies Academic Calendar. Browse through the list for course details and check back often for updates.
Winter 2026
Last updated: November 13, 2025
GEOG 374 - Special Topics in Geography
Topic title: Aviation Meteorology
Topic details: This course will instruct students in the principles of meteorology, focusing on the importance of meteorology to the aviation industry. Students will develop a deeper, applied understanding of the atmosphere, how to interpret meteorological data and conditions, and will be able to construct their own weather forecasts for aviation purposes.
Additional information:
- This course is held with AVIA 374.
- Pre-req: Student must be level 3A or higher in Science/Aviation plan or completed GEOG 209 to enrol.
PACS 290 — Special Topics in Peace and Conflict Studies
Topic title: Peace, Justice and Technology
Topic details: Through a wide array of guest speakers and in-class exercises, this course will grapple with the ways that technologies such as social media, drones, and artificial intelligence are impacting conflicts at an interpersonal, communal, and global level. In addition to thinking critically, students will also have the opportunity to develop their skills and understanding in using technology to support efforts to advance peace and justice.
Additional information:
- Class size: 40
- Method of Delivery: In Person
- Time: 10:00 to 11:20 a.m. Monday and Wednesday
- Instructor: Dr. Paul Heidebrecht - Executive Director of the Centre for Peace Advancement at Conrad Grebel University College Contact Information: paul.heidebrecht@uwaterloo.ca
- Enrolment issues: Contact PACS Academic Advisor, Ndagire, bndagire@uwaterloo.ca
