International Studies
What is international studies?
Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone and be inspired to see, taste, and experience new things? International studies encourages you to explore different cultures, engage with new people, and better understand the world around you.
Not only does this major allow you to travel the world, but it also prepares you for the rapidly advancing globalization of the workforce. This multifaceted major provides many opportunities to gain insight into how economics, culture, education, and politics affect society. With these insights, you can develop real solutions that create positive change. If you are culturally sensitive and excited to face new challenges, then an international studies degree is for you.
Program Information
Campus
Undergraduate
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Why major in international studies at Baker University?
Baker University knows that one size does not fit all when it comes to a degree. So, we put you in the driver’s seat alongside experienced faculty. Together you will design an international studies major by drawing from courses across campus to create a program that caters to your international interests and objectives.
Through linguistic, cultural, and historical studies, you’ll leave Baker with an understanding of international issues and a well-rounded worldview.
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Career Opportunities
These are 10 of the best jobs for international studies majors:
- Market research analyst
- International lawyer
- Teacher
- Policy analyst
- Business development rep
- Recruiter
- Political consultant
- Translator
- Business consultant
- Public relations specialist
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Scholarships
The International Studies program gives these awards with financial prizes to be applied to the following year’s tuition:
- Lee and Lela Rehrig Endowed Memorial Scholarship
- Eliot S. Berkley Prize in International Studies
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Meet the Faculty
Coursework & Requirements
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IN 101 – Introduction to International Studies
This course is the gateway course to the International Studies major. The course will introduce students to new ways of learning and thinking about the world through multiple lenses. Students will examine issues across disciplines and explore the interplay of cultures, languages, political systems, economies, histories, and geographies among the peoples of the world. This course is required of students in the International Studies major. (3 credit hours)
IN 212 – Global Problems
This course provides an introduction to the many issues and problems facing the modern political world. Students follow and discuss current events while obtaining the background information necessary for effectively understanding those events. The course is designed to engage students actively in informed dialogues concerning important issues facing the world community, such as population growth, hunger, the environment, poverty, disease, and war. (Cross-listed as PS 212.) (3 credit hours)
IN 401 – Senior Seminar in International Studies
As the capstone course for the International Studies major, this class involves intensive examination of several key issues in the international realm as they are presented through various disciplines. Students will also explore a particular area of international studies in depth through the development of an original project. Students will prepare original research or develop an original work under the supervision of the course instructor and in consultation with an appropriate member of the International Studies faculty. This will culminate with a seminar paper and a presentation of the research/work to other members of the course. Required of all International Studies majors. Prerequisite: IN 101 and senior status. (3 credit hours)