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Global Studies Major

The Global Studies program at UWG offers one degree, a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). This degree is appropriate for students who are globally aware, self-motivated, and who wish to join the global marketplace with careers in government, political organizations, journalism, private businesses, advocacy groups, or non-governmental organizations. Likewise, it is appropriate for students planning on attending graduate or law school.

Upon completion of the program, Global Studies students will demonstrate that they have developed:

• An understanding of the interconnectedness of local and global events.
• An understanding of the individual’s role in local and global events.
• An understanding of the basic theories and concepts of the sub-fields of global studies.
• An understanding of the relationship between the basic theories and concepts of the sub-fields of global studies.
• The ability to apply social science and scientific methods to practical problems within the discipline.
• The ability to communicate their knowledge orally and in writing.