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About the minor

Students pursuing a minor in International Studies must complete at least 15 semester credits across three main focus areas. In addition, students will;

  • Complete three core courses plus courses in a Geographic Region and a Topical Module,
  • Demonstrate proficiency in a language relevant to the selected geographic region,
  • Participate in a required study, service or work abroad experience.

The minor must include a minimum of 3 credits not used to meet any other department, college, or university requirement.

You can choose your own courses to complete your minor around a combination of a designated Topical Module and a Geographic Region. View specific requirements by expanding the areas below.

Each student must complete three required core courses:

  • INTST 2350: Introduction to International Studies (3 cr.)
  • INTST 2500: The World’s Regions in a Global Context (3 cr.)
  • INTST 4300: Seminar in International Studies (3 cr.)

Students must complete 3 upper-level credits of coursework from one of the following topics:

  • Global Environmental Issues
  • Globalization and Economic Development
  • International Communication
  • International Conflict
  • Social and Cultural Change

Students must complete 3 upper-level credits of coursework from one of the following topics:

  • Africa and the Middle East
  • Asia and Russia
  • Latin America
  • Europe

Additional requirements

World language proficiency

Students must complete or have language proficiency equivalent to two years of college-level study of a world language that is relevant to the selected geographic region.

Study, service, or work abroad experience

A minimum of three weeks of international experience (study, service, or internship) is required. Students must earn a minimum of 3 credits for their international experience. Up to 9 credits of coursework taken abroad can be applied to the minor with the approval of the International Studies program director.

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