B.A./B.S. in International and Global Studies

Global Studies Track

The Global Studies track for our International and Global Studies major provides a global perspective and a deep understanding of major themes and events in global affairs. Under the guidance of expert faculty and advisors, students develop an understanding of world cultures, societies, media, and politics within the framework of globalization.

Requirements for Global Studies

Core Courses (12 credits)

Intl 201	Introduction to International Studies	4
	or
Anth 103	Introduction to Social/Cultural Anthropology	4
	or
Geog 230	Environment and Society: Global Perspectives	4
	or
Geog 331U	Geography of Globalization	4
	or
Hst 106	Introduction to World History	4
	or
PS 103	State of the World	4
	or
PS 205	International Politics	4
Intl 202	The United States and the World	4
	or
PS 345	U.S. Foreign Policy: The Cold War and Beyond	4
	or
Soc 320U	Globalization	4
Intl 203	International Development Strategies	4
	or
Intl 204	Global Studies Perspectives	4
	or
Ec 350U	Economics of Developing Countries	4
	or
Anth 304	Identity and Society	4
	or
Anth 305	Culture and Power	4
	or
PS 442	Contemporary Theories of World Politics	4

Global Studies Electives (12 credits)

Choose three elective courses from any upper-division Intl courses (300/400 level). 

Study Abroad courses can count towards Global Studies electives when approved through the Course Substitution process. See a faculty or pathway advisor for more details.

Additional Electives (20 credits)

Majors must take an additional 20 credits of elective courses from upper-division Intl courses, or from the pre-approved course list; discuss the options with an International & Global Studies advisor.

Study Abroad courses can count towards Additional Electives when approved through the Course Substitution process. See an Advisor for more details.

400-level Courses (8 credits)

Choose two 400-level Intl courses.

Total Credit Hours: 52

Students are required to take at least 20 credits with the Intl prefix.

All courses used to satisfy the departmental major requirements (and minor or certificate requirements), whether taken in the department or elsewhere, must be graded C or above. Courses taken under the undifferentiated grading option (pass/no pass) will not be accepted toward fulfilling department major requirements.

 

International Development Studies Track

The International Development Studies track for our International and Global Studies major prepares students to understand the challenges that developing nations face to achieve improved living conditions for their inhabitants. In our courses, we emphasize how development is shaped by the intersections of politics, economy, social and political power, and culture at global, national, and regional levels. Our majors acquire a critical understanding of environmental vulnerabilities and socio-economic inequalities in the developing world, grounded in an appreciation of global history.
 

Requirements for International Development Studies

Core Courses (12 credits)

Intl 201	Introduction to International Studies	4
	or
Anth 103	Introduction to Social/Cultural Anthropology	4
	or
Geog 230	Environment and Society: Global Perspectives	4
	or
Geog 331U	Geography of Globalization	4
	or
Hst 106	Introduction to World History	4
	or
PS 103	State of the World	4
	or
PS 205	International Politics	4
Intl 202	The United States and the World	4
	or
PS 345	U.S. Foreign Policy: The Cold War and Beyond	4
	or
Soc 320U	Globalization	4
Intl 203	International Development Strategies	4
	or
Ec 350U	Economics of Developing Countries	4

International Development Studies Electives (12 credits)

Students must take 12 credits from the International Development Studies course list (see table below).

Intl 341U	Environment and Development in Latin America	4
Intl 343U	Commodity Chains in Latin America	4
Intl 349U/WS 349U	Gender and International Development	4
Intl 362U/Hst 362U	Amazon Rain Forest	4
Intl 364U	Modern Brazil	4
Intl 372U/BSt 372U	Post-colonial Studies of Africa	4
Intl 370U/Geog 370U	Global Migration	4
Intl 445/USP 445	Cities and Third World Development	3
Intl 490	Global Sustainable Development	4
PS 460	Political Development in Modern Turkey	4
PS 461	Politics of Economic Reform in Modern Turkey	4

Additional Electives (20 credits)

Majors must take an additional 20 credits of elective courses from upper-division Intl courses, or from the pre-approved course list ;discuss the options with an International & Global Studies advisor.

400-level Courses (8 credits)

Choose two 400-level Intl courses.

Total Credit Hours: 52

Students are required to take at least 20 credits with the INTL prefix.

All courses used to satisfy the departmental major requirements (and minor or certificate requirements), whether taken in the department or elsewhere, must be graded C or above. Courses taken under the undifferentiated grading option (pass/no pass) will not be accepted toward fulfilling department major requirements.

 

Asian Studies Track (Not accepting new students)

The Asian Studies track for our International and Global Studies major dives into the continent’s past, present, and future through the interdisciplinary study of political-economy, cultures and religions, communication and media, gender and sexuality, migration, development, and environmental change grounded in South, Southeast, and East Asia.
 

Requirements for Asian Studies

Core Courses (12 credits)

Intl 201	Introduction to International Studies	4
	or
Anth 103	Introduction to Social/Cultural Anthropology	4
	or
Geog 230	Environment and Society: Global Perspectives	4
	or
Geog 331U	Geography of Globalization	4
	or
Hst 106	Introduction to World History	4
	or
PS 103	State of the World	4
	or
PS 205	International Politics	4
Intl 202	The United States and the World	4
	or
PS 345	U.S. Foreign Policy: The Cold War and Beyond	4
	or
Soc 320U	Globalization	4
Intl 204	Global Studies Perspectives	4
	or
Anth 304	Identity and Society	4
	or
Anth 305	Culture and Power	4
	or
PS 442	Contemporary Theories of World Politics	4

Regional Focus (32 credits)

At least 32 upper-division credits from PSU courses focused on Asia. Students must consult with the faculty advisor for Asian Studies when choosing courses.

400-level Courses (8 credits)

Choose two 400-level Intl courses

Total Credit Hours: 52

Students are required to take at least 20 credits with the INTL prefix.

All courses used to satisfy the departmental major requirements (and minor or certificate requirements), whether taken in the department or elsewhere, must be graded C or above. Courses taken under the undifferentiated grading option (pass/no pass) will not be accepted toward fulfilling department major requirements.

 

Latin American Studies Track (Not accepting new students)

The Latin American Studies track for our International and Global Studies major explores the continent’s social contradictions, political intrigues, economic crises, and environmental diversity.
 

Requirements for Latin American Studies

Core Courses (12 credits)

Intl 201	Introduction to International Studies	4
	or
Anth 103	Introduction to Social/Cultural Anthropology	4
	or
Geog 230	Environment and Society: Global Perspectives	4
	or
Geog 331U	Geography of Globalization	4
	or
Hst 106	Introduction to World History	4
	or
PS 103	State of the World	4
	or
PS 205	International Politics	4
Intl 202	The United States and the World	4
	or
PS 345	U.S. Foreign Policy: The Cold War and Beyond	4
	or
Soc 320U	Globalization	4
Intl 204	Global Studies Perspectives	4
	or
PS 442	Contemporary Theories of World Politics	4
	or
Anth 304	Identity and Society	4
	or
Anth 305	Culture and Power	4

Regional Focus (32 credits)

At least 32 upper-division credits from PSU courses focused on Latin America which must include either Intl 341U or Intl 342U. Students must consult with the faculty advisor for Latin American Studies when choosing courses.

400-level Courses (8 credits)

Choose two 400-level Intl courses

Total Credit Hours: 52

Students are required to take at least 20 credits with the INTL prefix.

All courses used to satisfy the departmental major requirements (and minor or certificate requirements), whether taken in the department or elsewhere, must be graded C or above. Courses taken under the undifferentiated grading option (pass/no pass) will not be accepted toward fulfilling department major requirements.

 

Academic Advisors

Information on courses and major requirements is available from Urban and Global Affairs Pathway advisors and faculty advisors. Students should see an advisor as soon as they declare their major and meet regularly with advisors as they pursue their degree.

Urban and Global Affairs Pathway Advisors:

See the Urban and Global Affairs Pathway Advising website for information and to schedule appointments.

Faculty Advisors: 

Maureen Hickey, mhh3@pdx.edu
Priya Kapoor, cgpk@pdx.edu
Leopoldo Rodriguez, leopoldo@pdx.edu
Shawn Smallman, smallmans@pdx.edu