The B.A. in international studies is an interdisciplinary degree that combines linguistic and regional expertise with specialization in a sub-field specific to the track.
Through this program, you will:
- Navigate the complex cultural, social, political and economic stakes of global interdependence
- Gain a measurable proficiency in a foreign language
- Obtain regional cultural competency through study abroad or other international travel
- Complicate your concept of globalization with a historical dimension
Foreign Language
All international studies students must study a foreign language. You'll take a placement exam to determine the level and number of required foreign language courses.
Your foreign language choice will also determine which region you study.
International Experiences
Immerse yourself in a different culture when you go on at least one long semester or 10-week summer study-abroad session. All international travel must be approved by the department beforehand to count toward your degree.
Choose Your Track
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Environmental Studies Track
Explore environmental concerns caused by globalization and rapid industrialization that defy national boundaries. Through fascinating coursework from disciplines including geoscience, science, agriculture and life sciences, and liberal arts, you will gain a deep understanding of the myriad of environmental issues that arise from our global interconnectedness.
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Global Cultural Studies Track
Gain a fundamental theoretical background in cultural studies while taking courses in international cultural production and criticism. This humanities-based program will provide you with a rich understanding of artistic expression in a global setting.
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International Commerce Track
Study the interconnectedness of global commercial systems through courses in business practice and international economic and social theory. You will choose your coursework from a list that spans multiple disciplines across the university.
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International Communication and Media Track
Learn how media functions in a global setting through a series of distinct courses. As one of the largest sectors of the American and global economy, communication and media occupy a major role in our private and professional lives.
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International Geographic Information Systems Track
Immerse yourself in the workings of spatially distributed information used in the environmental, transportation, defense and many other sectors of the economy. You will develop skills in spatial analysis and advanced applications of GIS technologies.
International Geographic Information Systems Track Curriculum