Preparation for the Major
Complete Global Studies 1 with a grade of B or better, one methods course, demonstrated proficiency in one modern foreign language, and five additional courses. The five additional courses must be structured as follows: one course from each of the three categories (Culture and Society, Governance and Conflict, Markets and Resources), and the remaining two courses taken from two separate categories.
Methods
Select one course from:
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Foreign Language
Demonstrate proficiency equivalent to level 6 at UCLA in one modern foreign language.
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Additional Courses: Culture and Society
Additional Courses: Governance and Conflict
Select at least one course from this category.
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Additional Courses: Markets and Resources
Select at least one course from this category.
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The Major
Complete nine courses, the summer Global Learning Institute, and the capstone requirement as follows:
Electives
Required Summer Global Learning Institute
After successful completion of two courses from Global Studies 102, 103, 104, students are expected to attend a summer Global Learning Institute at one of several locations around the world in which they enroll in one of the following options:
Summer Institute Options
Enroll in one of the following options:
Select 1 from 4 options:
Option 1
Complete both courses:
Option 2
Complete both courses:
Option 3
Complete both courses:
Option 4
Complete both courses:
Required Capstone
During their senior year, students must take two capstone courses: Global Studies 191 and a research/field experience practicum.
Research/Field Experience Practicum
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Honors Program
In addition to completing all courses required for the major, students pursuing honors must take courses 199A and 199B to research and write an honors thesis. Majors who have completed Global Studies 102, 103, 104, 191, and who have a 3.5 grade-point average (GPA) in all courses for the major are eligible to apply.
Honors Thesis Courses
This is an optional track. Complete both courses to receive honors.
Honors Thesis Track
Complete both courses: