Bachelor of Arts & Master of Arts

BA in International Studies & MA in Diplomacy & Strategic Affairs (MDSA)

Academic Department

Geography

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
3

International Studies Electives

Choose three additional International Studies elective courses.

Do not take INST 4364: will be an option as MLINS 6364

Sub-Total Credits
9

Foreign Language

Depending on fluency, see department.

The ability to communicate in foreign communities is fundamental to effective international work.

Two sequential courses in a foreign language. Arabic, French, German, Greek, Italian, Irish, Japanese, Latin, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish

Sub-Total Credits
6

Practical International Experience

Being immersed in an international environment is one of the most effective means for gaining an international perspective. Therefore, each student majoring in International Studies will complete one of the following practical international experiences: 

  • Study Abroad 
  • Internship in international business 
  • Structured experience abroad without academic credit

MDSA Field Courses Core Courses

Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6

MDSA General Electives

Select 12 credit hours from MDSA, MLCOM, MLINS, MLPOS, MLPSY, MPPA (5000 & 6000 level).

Sub-Total Credits
12
Total Credits
72