International Studies Courses

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The International Studies degree program is listed in the Interdepartmental Degrees section of this catalog.

See Course Prerequisites Policy .

Lower Division Courses

IS 250 International Scene

3 credits

Interdisciplinary social science introduction to current international relations and global issues. Emphasis is on why nations go to war and how war might be prevented. Introduces students to the changing world affairs as we approach the twenty-first century. (Cross listed with PS 250.)

Upper Division Courses

IS 320 Introduction to the International Economy

4 credits

An exploration of global economic relations which considers the historical and political context of current issues and focuses on the economic interdependence of nations. Prerequisites: Ec 201 and Ec 202. (Cross listed with Ec 320.)

IS 350 World Politics

3 credits

The nature and structure of the modern international state system; studied with reference to theory and practice. The United Nations system and international law are also emphasized. (Cross listed with PS 350.)

IS 398 Research Methods

3 credits

Students learn the basic techniques of political science research and writing, use of the Internet, and study government documents. Meets the computer literacy requirement for political science and international studies majors. (Cross listed with PS 398.)

IS 401/501 Research

Credit to be arranged

IS 403/503 Thesis

Credit to be arranged

IS 405/505 Reading and Conference

Credit to be arranged

IS 407/507 Seminar

Credit to be arranged

IS 409/509 Practicum

Credit to be arranged

IS 450/550 U.S. Foreign Policy

3 credits

Study of the formulation and conduct of U.S. foreign policy, especially from World War II to the present. Prerequisite: PS/IS 350. (Cross listed with PS 450/550.)

IS 498 Senior Seminar

3 credits

A capstone experience in which students demonstrate knowledge of international affairs, both global and regional. Includes a portfolio of research and writing skills, study-abroad experiences, community and University service, and a résumé for employment or graduate school.