Diplomacy and Security Sustainability and

SOC2129 Cultural Geography (SA) (SS)

2. Research Methods (one course)

Students study research methods employed in International Studies.

HIST2701 Historical Methods and Research POLSC2701 Research Methods in Political Science SOC2103 Qualitative Methods

3. Language Skills (two courses)

Students take two language courses at the 2000-level or above or test out. Students achieve foreign language speaking skills at least at the intermediate level of proficiency.

Study away or study abroad is strongly recommended.

4. Capstone (one Course)

Students apply at an advanced level the research skills and knowledge gained in earlier International Studies courses to a capstone project.

GLST4100 International Studies Senior Seminar

Elective Courses (seven courses): For a complete list of elective courses, see pages 120-122 Two courses must be from the 3000-level.

5. History Elective (one course)

Students gain foundational knowledge in world history.

6. Theology and Religious Studies Elective (one course)

Students gain an understanding of Theology and Religious Studies from a global perspective.

7. Thematic Electives (three courses)

Students gain additional knowledge in International Studies from the thematic perspectives of different disciplines.

8. Area/Regional Electives(two courses)

Students gain in-depth knowledge in one or two additional geographical areas of the world.

B.A. IN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES WITH CONCENTRATION IN DIPLOMACY AND SECURITY

The program is designed for the student who wishes to become knowledgeable of or a practitioner in international politics and foreign policy. Students will acquire a grounding in the art and science of statecraft and diplomacy. They will learn about world politics, history and economics and develop a deep appreciation of global cultures. They will also develop an understanding of how to engage and negotiate on the interstate and transnational levels. Students will have special opportunities for internships, study abroad and participation in the Model UN as well as Foreign Service Preparation.

LEARNING GOALS AND OUTCOMES

In addition to the general learning goals for the major, at the completion of the International Studies degree with a concentration in Diplomacy and Security, students will: • Demonstrate a grounding in the art and science of diplomacy and security.

Students majoring in International Studies with a concentration in Diplomacy and Security complete 16 courses – nine core courses and seven elective courses: Core Courses:

1. Foundations in Politics, Economics and Culture (five courses)

Students study the foundations of the major in politics, economics and culture with a focus on international law and institutions.

POLSC2413 International Law and Institutions

ECON2113/

POLSC2409 The Politics of International Economic Relations (SS)