Bachelor of Arts - International Studies

St. Kate's international studies majors will gain an understanding of political and economic structures in the various cultures of the world and in different historical periods. Students will study these structures from a variety of perspectives. Courses are designed to help students master the complexities of the contemporary, global world.

International studies major courses are drawn from the disciplines of economics, history and political science. In addition to common course work in these disciplines, each student will select a particular theme, including Social Justice and the State, Women, Gender, and Human Rights, or Global Flows (of capital, people, ideas, and technology) to inform their course work. Students are also required to complete a substantive, off-campus experience, including one of a study abroad experience for a semester, J-term, or even a year; intern with an approved, internationally-oriented organization (pending departmental advisor’s approval); or complete an internationally-related independent study with a fieldwork research component. This allows a student to experience the world or see the global connections in our own local communities.

Majoring in international studies at St. Kate's will prepare students for careers in government or international service; for law school, especially the study of international law; or for graduate study in social science disciplines like political science and economics. Combined with other appropriate courses, the international studies major can prepare students for careers in areas such as international business, as well.

Recommended minors for international studies majors are economics, history and political science.