Bachelor of Arts in International Studies Undergraduate Program By Hawaii Pacific University |Top Universities
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Program overview

Main Subject

Area Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

A major in International Studies (IS) prepares students to take their place as citizens of the world. The multi-disciplinary approach aims at immersing students in various methods of analyzing contemporary international issues. Students gain a foundation in the disciplines of political science and international relations, and a degree knowledge of global issues from courses in anthropology, economics, geography, history, and sociology. An important goal of this study is to describe the nature and evolution of contemporary global structures. Students develop regional expertise in a specific country or world region (e.g., China, India, Japan, Europe, or Latin America), gain competency in a second language, and are strongly encouraged to participate in study abroad opportunities. In addition to regional expertise, students pick one of the following Specialization Tracks for a thematic focus: (1) Globalization and Social Change; (2) International Relations and Security PROGRAM OBJECTIVES Students who major in International Studies will be able to: Develop competency in various theoretical approaches in the field of international studies Be able to conduct rigorous comparative analysis of international issues in a regional context and within social science disciplines Work within conceptual frameworks to analyze the global arena of politics, economics, and social/cultural isues Gain proficiency in critical skills in international relations to include an emphasis on research and communication skills, knowledge of various world cultures, and global systems

Program overview

Main Subject

Area Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

A major in International Studies (IS) prepares students to take their place as citizens of the world. The multi-disciplinary approach aims at immersing students in various methods of analyzing contemporary international issues. Students gain a foundation in the disciplines of political science and international relations, and a degree knowledge of global issues from courses in anthropology, economics, geography, history, and sociology. An important goal of this study is to describe the nature and evolution of contemporary global structures. Students develop regional expertise in a specific country or world region (e.g., China, India, Japan, Europe, or Latin America), gain competency in a second language, and are strongly encouraged to participate in study abroad opportunities. In addition to regional expertise, students pick one of the following Specialization Tracks for a thematic focus: (1) Globalization and Social Change; (2) International Relations and Security PROGRAM OBJECTIVES Students who major in International Studies will be able to: Develop competency in various theoretical approaches in the field of international studies Be able to conduct rigorous comparative analysis of international issues in a regional context and within social science disciplines Work within conceptual frameworks to analyze the global arena of politics, economics, and social/cultural isues Gain proficiency in critical skills in international relations to include an emphasis on research and communication skills, knowledge of various world cultures, and global systems

Admission requirements

6+

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Hawai'i Pacific University is a private, non-profit, career-oriented postsecondary institution that offers more than 50 bachelor's (undergraduate) degree level programs in the areas of business, computer information systems, liberal arts, and other sciences. Truly a global university, students at HPU hail from all 50 U.S. states and over 100 countries around the world, making it one of the most diverse university in the U.S. Similarly diverse are HPU professors who are experts in their fields and have a passion for teaching. Classes are small in size, providing an intimate atmosphere for learning and are geared towards preparing students for the working world and numerous opportunities in the future.

Hawai'i Pacific University (HPU) is the largest private postsecondary institution in the state of Hawai'i. HPU offers 12 leading master's degree programs in the areas of business administration, information system, marine science, nursing, communication, diplomacy and military studies, human resource managment, global leadership and sustainable development, organizational change, teaching English as a second language, education in secondary education, and social work. In order to help students expand their knowledge in current and future professional careers, HPU also offers 17 graduate certificate programs. HPU has global citizenship from all 50 states and over 100 countries, providing ample opportunity for students to learn in culturally diverse classrooms. Classes are small with an average class size of 20 and a student faculty ratio of 18:1.

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