The International Studies Major offers a choice of four topical emphases within the International Studies major. These are: 1) International Business, 2) Sustainable Development, 3) Global Conflict and Human Security and 4) Global Humanities.
All students majoring in International Studies are required to complete 36 credits in the major, which include:1) Required Core Courses (15 crs.), 2) Emphasis/Specialization (15 crs.) and 3) Elective Courses (6 crs.).
Foreign language requirement – All International Studies majors are also required to complete the foreign language requirement, in addition to the 36 required credits of International Studies courses.
Students enrolled in all tracks of the International Studies major are strongly advised to consult regularly with their advisor during programming each term. Such sessions will enable advisors to assist enrolled majors in making appropriate choices from available courses to assure that they meet all requirements of the International Studies major and include the required prerequisites for core courses. Consultation with an advisor is essential due to the numerous tracks within International Studies and choices each offers as there is no such thing as a “typical program of study”.
For a complete list of courses that fulfill each emphasis or specialization, please see course lists at https://www.uwosh.edu/bulletins/undergraduate-25-27/programs/international-studies/