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Nov 22, 2024
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2014-2015 Undergraduate Bulletin [Archived Bulletin]
Global Studies Major
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Major Program
A student graduating with a global studies major will be able to:
- Analyze transnational/transcultural issues using field specific concepts
- Apply methodological approaches from more than a single discipline
- Formulate a global studies research question
- Work in a language other than his/her first language
- Communicate in depth knowledge of a region of the world or cultural group.
- Use technology as a resource for research and communication.
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Major Requirements and Expectations
Language
Equivalence of at least four (4) semesters of a language other than the student’s first language (with a certificate of proficiency where offered, highly recommended). Regional/Cultural Concentration
- Three (3) courses focused on a specific global region or culture.
Disciplinary Breadth/Depth
Students will be held accountable for Hamline Plan designations earned and brought into upper-level interdisciplinary courses; students are strongly encouraged to pursue at least a minor in a discipline (and a disciplinary major if they are considering graduate work). Off-Campus Study
Semester program is required–ideally during spring of junior year. Upper-Level Elective Courses
- Three (3) interdisciplinary, thematic, transnational courses from designated list of GLOB area of study offerings. These are normally taken in junior and senior years.
Capstone Seminar
One of the following–normally taken senior year: Summary of Course Requirements for the Major
- Language (0-4 courses)–requirement can be met in whole or part at matriculation; can be met in part through off-campus study.
- Foundational courses (2 courses)
- Regional/Cultural Concentration (3 courses)–requirement can be met in part through off-campus study
- Off-Campus Study (semester-long program)
- Upper-Level Electives (3 courses)
- Capstone Seminar/Project (1 course)
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