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International Studies is a truly interdisciplinary major. Drawing from history, political science, and economics, this major provides a balanced social science approach to global issues and trends. Substantial work in a foreign language reinforces and enhances the student's overall understanding of world events and problems. The major is designed to allow the student to explore all the contributing disciplines while focusing more heavily on one of the three. VersatilityThe International Studies major is flexible in a number of ways. First the major is flexible enough to allow students to design a course of study directed toward different career opportunities - academic, governmental, non-governmental organizations, and international service work. Additionally, suitable course work is also flexible, allowing students to take advantage of opportunities that emerge. Topics courses, study abroad options, independent study, and the Washington semester are examples of such opportunities. International Studies majors often avail themselves of the wider range of course offerings available through the Associated Colleges of the Twin Cities (ACTC). Offerings at Hamline, Macalester, St. Catherine's and Augsburg significantly extend the range of options for majors. The International Studies major also works well in combination with a second major or minor(s) for a strong broad-based knowledge of the world. Students may direct their choices within the major to focus on a particular region of the world. For example, a student interested in the Middle East may choose Arabic for language, study abroad in Egypt and choose courses in foreign policy or history of the region. |
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Core Courses:
Plus a concentration of four courses from one of these three fields of study: Economics, History, or Political Science
Plus a selection of three courses from the other two fields (at least one from each) outside of the concentrated field. Representative offerings include but are not limited to*:
Plus Substantial study of a foreign language St. Thomas offers extended study in French, Gaelic, German, Russian, and Spanish. ACTC offerings extend the possibilities to Arabic, Chinese, Italian, and Japanese. * Please consult current catalog for additional course offerings in these related fields. |
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Study Abroad OpportunitiesWhile not required, studying abroad for a semester, a year, or January is strongly recommended for International Studies majors. The flexibility of the requirements make the major well-suited to study abroad. Courses offered on site depen the contextual understanding of the history, economy and politics of the country. Majors have found programs with courses filling major requirements and broadening their global perspective in Spain, Chile, Argentina, France, Egypt, Cuba, Denmark, Tanzania, as well as other countries. |
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Typical CareersFor those who aspire to an internationally oriented career, International Studies is an excellent starting point. In recent years, majors have obtained a variety of internationally oriented positions. The following are examples:
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| Contact Information: |
Contact UsIf you have specific questions or would like to discuss this program, its requirements and benefits, contact: Robert RileyUniversity of St. Thomas, Mail #4398 |
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies
| Bachelor of Arts, International Studies |  View Catalog Entry |
