International Studies

B.A. in International Studies

International studies (IS) is an interdisciplinary major that rests on the understanding that twenty-first century problems and careers are not restricted to single disciplines. This field of study offers a strong foundation in international relations, political science, and foreign languages. Seventy percent of IS students are double majors and leave with a diverse set of skills that allow them to excel in a wide variety of careers. IS students gain the following proficiencies:

  • Critical thinking
  • Analytical decision making
  • Persuasive oral and written communication in multiple languages
  • Creativity
  • Leadership

Major Requirements (24 hours)

  • PSCI 160: International Relations -OR- PSCI 100 World Politics
  • Econ 101: Principles of Macroeconomics
  • Econ 102: Principles of Micoreconomics
  • One course from: PSCI 212, Soc 235, QM 227
  • Two 3/400 level courses from PSCI International Relations or Comparative Politics
  • Two courses from: ID H282/H382: British Experience or equivalent
  • Plus 12 hours in concentration area

Foreign language requirement (18 hours)

  • Minor: (18 hours)
  • One course from: PSCI 100 -OR- PSCI 160
  • One course from: PSCI 361, 363, 461
  • One course from: PSCI 360, H385, 459, 461, 489

Plus three courses in consultation with the International Studies Director.