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Bachelor of Arts in International Studies

USA

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What will I learn?

At UHart, the world can be your classroom! Seventy-five percent of our international studies student study abroad for a semester, a year, or during our Winter term or Summer term.

You can concentrate in either global security or global development, and consider a double major in politics and government, economics, or modern languages and cultures.

If you are interested in a careers in government, business, education, the nonprofit sector, or certain areas of law, the international studies program gives you a solid foundation. It also is appropriate to prepare for graduate studies in a variety of fields.

Degree Requirements

The program requires 15-32 credits, including core courses and electives in the Global Security or Global Development track. Your faculty advisor works closely with you to tailor the program to your learning objectives and career plans.

Learning Outcomes

The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies students will:

Gain an understanding of global issues through an interdisciplinary perspective which includes language, culture, history, economics and politics.
Understand and appreciate diverse perspectives, and utilize a variety of methods with critical reflection.
Develop a cultural, economic, historical and political awareness of the role the United States plays in the world.
Gain expertise in a particular thematic focus within the field of international studies.
Demonstrate second-year proficiency in a language other than English.
Develop research competence in the field of international studies.
Develop strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Which department am I in?

College of Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 years)

Tuition fees
US$49,237.00 per year
Start date

Expected August 2024

Venue

College of Arts and Sciences

200 Bloomfield Avenue,

WEST HARTFORD,

Connecticut,

06117, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

You can apply if you are currently enrolled in high school or secondary school, or if you have completed high school or secondary school, but have not started a degree.

You will be required to present the following results: 2.75 (out of 4.0); 3.75 (out of 5.0); 80% (out of 100); 70% (out of 100) India/Canada.

English Language Testing – Minimum Scores

IELTS - 6.5

Duolingo - 110

TOEFL at home 80

Pearsons - 58

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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