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Xavier University Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
International Studies, B.A. with a concentration in Europe
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Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Studies
Fields of Concentration: Europe, International Business, Latin America, or Post-Colonial Studies
International Studies is an interdisciplinary program that is inspired by Xavier’s Jesuit tradition to prepare men and women for others as informed, ethically aware citizens who can thrive in today’s global society. By majoring in international studies, you will: - Learn to assess international developments, trends, dilemmas and policy issues.
- Develop critical thinking skills and tools necessary for successful engagement with an increasingly interconnected world.
- Engage in interdisciplinary study in language, history, political science and economics to shape an informed and comprehensive world view.
Majors choose one of the following concentrations: Europe, International Business, Latin America, or Post-Colonial Studies. International studies majors take a variety of courses from many disciplines, including: - Language courses that emphasize culture, history and literature
- Political science courses in comparative politics and international relations
- History courses that provide in-depth analysis of an area of the world
- Microeconomics and macroeconomics
Study abroad or an internship in an international business or non-governmental organization is a required component in the program. Students are encouraged to study abroad through one of Xavier’s many programs. They may also participate in Xavier’s academic service learning semesters. Requirements for the International Studies Major
History
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Historical Perspectives in the area of concentration (Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America). Students with a concentration in International Business may take any course in any area. Language:
- For Spanish, French, or German - Intermediate Proficiency, plus 6 hours of 300-320.
- For other modern language, such as Arabic, Chinese, Italian, and Japanese: Intermediate Proficiency plus 6 hours when available either at Xavier or another institution, such as the University of Cincinnati.
Required Courses for All Concentrations
18 credit hours, as follows 6 hours of specific courses from:
3 hours from a choice of either:
3 hours from a choice of either:
3 hours from a choice of either:
3 hours from study abroad:
15 hours of courses in a chosen concentration:
Europe:
Select 5 courses from an approved list, including - ENGL 375 - Literature and the Arts in Ireland
- ENGL 470 - Modern British Literature
- ENGL 475 - Modern Irish Literature
- HIST 361 - Europe 1815-1945 (European Societies at War)
- HIST 370 - The British Empire
- HIST 476 - Britian and World War II
- HIST 378 -France: Revolution 1789-1815
- HIST 380 - Europe After Hitler
- HIST 381 - Modern Paris
- HIST 385 - The Cold War
- HIST 387 - USSR Since 1917
- HIST 465 - Seminar:Modern Russia
- HIST 466 - Seminar:The Stalin Era
- HIST 495 - Seminar: France 1870-1914
- PHIL 339 -Revolution and Its Aftermath
- POLI 219 - Irish Government and Politics
- SOCI 270 - Irish Historic Sociology
- GERM - Literature and Civilization Classes
- FREN -Literature and Civilization Classes
- SPAN - Literature and Civilization Classes related to Spain
Notes:
- A 2.000 cumulative average must be attained in these required and concentration courses.
- Concentration courses must come from two or more disciplines; no more than three courses in Modern Languages and English combined or three courses from History may count toward the Concentration.
Additional Major Requirements:
6 credit hours, as follows - Advanced competency in at least one foreign language, as well as an academic study abroad experience or an international internship.
- Additional language courses required beyond the intermediate proficiency of the 202-level in French, German or Spanish (300-320) (Refer to Course Descriptions) is one way to meet this requirement.
- For other languages, a cultural immersion of at least 6 hours is required with approval of Director.
TOTAL Minimum Hours Required for Degree: 120 Semester Hours
B.A. International Studies
This block serves as a guideline for progress toward a degree. See your academic advisor. Field of Concentration — Europe
First Semester
- ENGL 101 - English Composition or ENGL 115 - Rhetoric
- POLI 120 - Comparative Govt and Politics
- PHIL 100 - Ethics as Intro to Philosophy
- Second Language
- First Year Seminar
Total (15) Second Semester
- POLI 277 - International Relations
- THEO 111 - Theological Foundations
- Math Perspectives
- Second Language
- Lit. & Moral Imagination
Total (15) First Semester
- ECON 200 - Microeconomic Principles
- POLI 374 - U.S. Foreign Policy
- Second Language
- Scientific Perspectives
- Concentration Elective #1
Total (15) Second Semester
- ECON 201 - Macroeconomic Principles
- POLI 372 - International Political Econom
- Quantitative Elective
- Second Language
- Historical Perspectives (Europe)
Total (15) Junior Year
- Study Abroad recommended Junior Year
First Semester
- Concentration Elective #2
- Second Language
- Natural Sciences + Lab
- Philosophic Perspectives
- Free Elective
Second Semester
- Concentration Elective #3
- Second Language
- Theological Perspectives
- Free Electives (6 hours)
First Semester
- International Seminar (POLI 390 - Sem: International Relations or Hist.)
- Concentration Elective #4
- Free Electives (9 hours)
Second Semester
- Concentration Elective #5
- Creative Perspectives
- Free Electives (9 hours)
Scheduling Notes:
- Consult the “Undergraduate Core Curriculum ” requirements of the Catalog.
- The E/RS Focus Elective requirement may be used to satisfy another element of the core or the major.
- Diversity Curriculum Electives may be used to satisfy other elements of core or major.
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