The international relations major aims to give students an understanding of political and economic structures in the various cultures of the world and in different historic periods. From this base, it then encourages them to master the complexities of international relations in the modern world.
The major is composed of courses drawn from the departments of economics, history and political science. It demands foreign language competence that goes...
Studies in World Literatures is a major designed to introduce students to the best and most representative works in foreign literatures. Courses are conducted in English, using English translations of texts. Students learn approaches to textual interpretation, analysis and criticism, and gain an understanding of the cultural themes reflected in the respective works. Some courses consist of a comparative investigation involving the literatures of several...
Through coursework on the culture, history, languages, literature, politics, and religions of major world regions, students explore the specificity of a given region, the ways in which global forces are realized in and through local contexts, and the interconnections between global regions.
Global Studies is distinct from International Relations (INRL), which focuses on the study of economic, historical, and political relations among nation-states...
The Global Studies major is a multi-disciplinary course of study for students intending to work or study in an international setting or as a background for involvement in ministries around the world. All students in this program complete a core curriculum that provides broad background in economics, geography, history, political science, as well as in specific regions of the world.
The Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies requires completion of the...
Liberal arts majors can select the liberal arts major with a concentration in international studies.
Learning Outcomes
Students will demonstrate the following skills:
Writing effectively about the knowledge and perspectives of their field of study, including
1) organization in a manner that aids the readers‘ comprehension as well as the writer‘s purpose;
2) use of accepted grammatical form, spelling, and punctuation;
3) use of language in...
The Social Sciences program aims to develop a student‘s capacity to explore, explain, and interpret both past and present human experience. Through the discipline of international studies, the student will come to better understand and appreciate individuals, society, and the world around us. This interdisciplinary approach creates the framework for understanding the world today by having the student gain insights and knowledge of themselves and other...
Cultural and Regional Studies In this track, you will focus your study on a particular geographical and cultural region. During your studies, you‘ll pay special attention to the region‘s unique history, institutions, assumptions and practices. Choose one from these five concentrations:
Asian Studies
European Studies
Latin American Studies
Russian Studies
Scandinavian Studies
Eight course credits are required for a global studies major in this track....
Select a global studies track that best meets your interests and goals.
Global Systems and Issues If you‘d like to explore the institutions, norms and practices that transcend individual states and civilizations and shape the interactions – social, political, economic and religious – of the people and states of the world, this is the global studies track for you. You will not only study the evolution of those arrangements (including institutions...
Worlds in Dialogue Explore and compare the histories, narratives, beliefs, norms and practices that are unique to distinct geographic regions and cultures. Through this process, you‘ll come to understand how divergent experiences and belief systems serve to differentiate one society or civilization from another. You‘ll also consider whether those differences might become sources of conflict or provide resources for a world lived in common with others.
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All Global Studies majors complete a core set of courses, then follow an upper-level track in either regional studies or global skills. Many regional and skills course requirements may be satisfied by internships in global affairs, from study abroad host institutions and through the University of Baltimore Collaborative.
Global Studies CORE Courses (total: 45 Credit hours)
A career in Global Studies As a global studies‘ major, you‘ll study human society by researching, analyzing and interpreting global trends, and how they affect our lives. Through your studies, you‘ll learn to provide insights that help others understand why rapidly changing events in one global region can have a worldwide impact.
You will develop the knowledge and perspective needed to analyze a variety of global issues including, human rights, emerging...
The International Studies major at Dana College will prepare you for life and work in a global society by increasing your knowledge of world cultures and current issues, offering experience abroad and helping you become an effective communicator in multicultural settings.
Students who major in International Studies will study language, communication, history, religion and political science. They also choose an emphasis area from religion/philosophy,...
Given the international focus of contemporary problems, students have the possibility of studying how different disciplines contribute to understanding and formulating effective solutions to these global challenges. The International Studies Concentration offers students the opportunity to pursue a coherent multi-disciplined program in international studies.
There are three components to a degree concentration in International Studies at Davidson:
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Now more than ever, our world is interdependent, interrelated, and intercultural. Your studies should be, too. Whether your focus is on politics, commerce and trade, human advocacy or environmental issues, the Defiance College International Studies program will help you to acquire the knowledge and skills that are necessary to understand and appreciate our global society.
The Bachelor of Arts in International Global Studies is a 42-45-hour major...
Our Mission International Studies complements and challenges paradigms and methodologies of traditional disciplines as well as existing interdisciplinary programs. For the liberal arts student, international studies will help them situate their interests within broad historical and geographical terms. A double major in International Studies provides students from all disciplinary and programmatic backgrounds with the tools they need to situate themselves...
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