Explore World Cultures, Societies, and Languages Through an Interdisciplinary Lens
The world outside the United States is an endlessly colorful array of complicated issues, deep history, and profound art that opens your eyes to new possibilities. In Nova Southeastern University’s B.A. in International Studies program, you’ll choose a foreign language and a region of the world to explore in depth. And you’ll research legal systems, literature, folklore, art and cultural traditions that contrast with and illuminate the U.S. experience.
NSU’s diverse student body, cultural and political student organizations, visiting international guests and community outreach bring a global society into your college experience. Study abroad brings your interdisciplinary courses to life. And your professors lead Travel Study courses held around the world, providing guided, educational and inspiring experiences. If you’re fascinated by world cultures, then this interdisciplinary major is for you. NSU’s B.A. in International Studies can lead to a rewarding career in a host of international related fields.
Why Should You Major in International Studies at NSU?
Pursue Careers in International Business, Law and More
Graduates with an international perspective on business, law and culture can create their own future in the global marketplace. Students who earn a B.A. in International Studies can work as a human rights advocate, foreign service officer, trade specialist, diplomat, cultural arts manager, international security expert or philanthropist. With a degree in International Studies, the world is yours!
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As an International Studies student you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your chosen area of study by pursuing a study abroad experience and through advanced language courses. International Travel Study is a requirement for this major and is an excellent way for you to gain real world experience. Additionally, you’ll have opportunities to participate in internships and volunteer work in the community that allow you to explore your interests or practice a foreign language.
NSU students also benefit from rewarding internships on-campus at the NSU Halmos College of Arts and Sciences’ Center for the Humanities.
Reserve your seat in one of NSU’s graduate or professional schools while you earn your bachelor’s degree. With NSU’s Dual Admission program, you don’t have to worry about competing with thousands of other students for a spot in a highly selective graduate program. This Premier Program gives you an opportunity to get a head start on your career, so you can start earning sooner.
Your NSU professors are dedicated to ensuring that you have a great academic experience. They regularly review the curriculum to make updates that give you an edge in today’s ever-changing world. As an NSU International Studies major, some sample courses that you could take include Asian Thought, Global Issues in Human Trafficking, Revolution and Ideology and U.S. Foreign Relations. Visit the B.A. in International Studies curriculum to view detailed course descriptions and plans of study.
Integrating minors across the arts and science curricula allows NSU's Halmos College undergraduates to be creative and critical thinkers through their diverse learning experiences. You’ll gain fresh perspectives by thinking experientially as well as experimentally.
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