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International Studies
Mission
To introduce students to important concepts and issues in world affairs. Students will acquire advanced language skills and knowledge of geopolitics, history and culture. Those who study abroad or participate in global internships further prepare themselves for international careers. This major is also excellent preparation for graduate study in a variety of fields which emphasize language, history and culture.
Learning Outcomes
- Learn to analyze international problems from a global perspective.
- Gain fluency and confidence in the usage of a foreign language.
- Understand the geopolitics, history and culture of specific regions of the world.
International Studies major (67-68 credits)
International Studies Core (18) 6 courses
ANTH 314 Evolution of Human Societies (4)
HST 492 World Problems (4)
Choose one or more:
GEOG 310 World Regional Geography (4)
GEOG 410 Global Issues (4)
GEOG 433 Political Geography (4)
Choose one or more:
PS 203 Introduction to International Relations (3)
PS 492 Ideologies of the Twentieth Century (3)
PS 493 International Organizations (3)
Choose one or more:
SOC 400 Globalization and Development (3)
SOC 427 Revolutionary Social Movements (3)
Modern Language Specialization (30 credits)
In the same language
Approved course work in French, German or Spanish - does not include credit for first-year level courses. Students need to consult an adviser in their language.
Social Science Specialization (19-20)
Choose one area of study:
French Studies (19)
ANTH 216 Cultural Anthropology (4)
GEOG 426 Geography of Europe (4)
PS 462 Politics and Government of Europe (3)
Choose two: (8)
HST 442 Modern France: 20th Century
HST 450 Modern France: 19th Century
HST 451 Modern France
German Studies (19)
ANTH 216 Cultural Anthropology (4)
GEOG 426 Geography of Europe (4)
PS 462 Politics and Government of Europe (3)
Choose two: (8)
HST 437 History of Modern Germany
HST 438 History of Modern Germany
HST 439 History of Modern Germany
Asian Studies (19)
ANTH 216 Cultural Anthropology (4)
GEOG 314 The Pacific Rim (4)
PS 460 Politics and Government of Asia (3)
Choose two: (8)
HST 391 History of East Asia: Traditional China
HST 392 History of East Asia: Traditional Japan
HST 393 Modern East Asia
Latin American Studies (19-20 credits)
ANTH 216 Cultural Anthropology (4)
GEOG 461 Geography of South America (4)
Choose one: (3-4)
PS 497 American Foreign Relations
HST 491 History of Inter-American Relations
Choose two: (8)
HST 350 Pre-Colombian and Colonial Latin America
HST 351 Mexico and Caribbean Since Independence
HST 352 South America Since Independence
HST 453 History of Spain
HST 490 20th Century Latin America
Note: WOU requires a minimum grade point average of 2.50 in the International Studies major and a minimum GPA of 2.00 in all university work. A study abroad and/or internship experience (3-12 credit hours) is highly recommended. Contact the office of the Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences for further information.
International Studies minor (27 credits)
Choose A or B:
A. World Language/Culture Emphasis
Choose any 12 hours from International Studies Core (12)
SP 325 Intercultural Communication (3)
One Culture and Civilization course (3) In same language
Three upper-division courses in a world language (9)
B. Social Science Emphasis
Choose any 12 hours from International Studies Core (12)
SP 325 Intercultural Communication (3)
Social Science courses with aid of International Studies adviser (12)
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