Global Studies Major

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Major Program

A student graduating with a global studies major should have:

A working knowledge of one language or exposure to two languages other than his/her first language.
Some in-depth knowledge of a region of the world or a cultural group.
The ability to make use of concepts and methodological approaches from more than a single discipline.
The ability to use technology as a resource for research and communication.
Explored and discussed several transnational/transcultural issue in an interdisciplinary context.
Had a study abroad or other appropriate off campus studies experience.
Demonstrated the ability to do research on a transnational/ transcultural topic, making use of 1-6 above.

Major Requirements and Expectations

Language:

In a language other than student’s first language, either

Certificate of proficiency in languages where offered (Spanish, French, German)
Four courses, or equivalent, in one language or two courses, or equivalent, in two languages (in languages where certificate of proficiency is not offered). These courses can be counted toward breadth of study.
A Hamline-qualifying TOEFL score (in English)

Introductory courses:

Ideally taken in the sophomore year

Regional/cultural concentration:

Three (3) courses focused on a specific global region or culture (e.g., where majors, minors, or concentrations exist at Hamline or within the ACTC)

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 required-ideally during spring of junior year. An internship is encouraged as part of one’s off-campus study experience. In addition, students must take the following coursesin the semesters immediately preceding and following off campus study.

Upper-level elective courses:

Three (3) interdisciplinary, thematic, transnational courses from designated list of cross-listed offerings to be taken in junior and senior years (see program Web site or annual class schedule for current offerings)

Capstone seminar:

Summary of Course Requirements

Language (2-6 courses)-can be met in whole or part at matriculation; can meet in part in off-campus study.
Introductory courses (2 courses).
Regional/cultural concentration (3 courses)-can meet in part in off- campus study
Upper-level electives (3 courses)
Crossing borders courses (1/2 course + 1/2 course)
Capstone seminar (1 course)