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Global Studies, B.A. major

A total of 120 semester credits are needed for the Global Studies B.A. degree and include the following:

  • 40 upper division credits (level 3000/4000)
  • 36 required major core credits 
  • Completion of Core Curriculum credits (Minnesota Transfer Curriculum [MnTC] Goal Areas 1-10) - required for all baccalaureate degrees
  • Completion of BSU Focus and Nisidotaading Course Requirements
Dual Degrees
Students wishing to complete two degrees concurrently, (example: Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts) must complete a minimum of an additional 30 credits above the required 120 credits. 

Multiple Credentials
Any additional major, minor or certificate in a degree must have at least 6 credits of course work not used to meet the requirements of another major, minor or certificate in the degree.
 
 

Required Credits: 36
Required GPA: 2.25

I REQUIRED CORE

Complete the following courses (12 credits):

II REGIONAL GEOGRAPHY ELECTIVES

Select 2 of the following courses (6 credits):

III GEOGRAPHY ELECTIVES

Select 18 semester credits in Geography courses at
the 3000-4000 level


Program Learning Outcomes | Global Studies, B.A.

1.    Comprehend major global systems (politics, economics, cultures, environments), trends, and issues.

2.    Apply critical thinking skills to analyze complex global problems.

3.    Understand the interconnectedness of global issues and their impact on individuals and societies.

4.    Articulate and evaluate the complex connections between local and global phenomena.

5.    Communicate effectively about international affairs.

 

Suggested Semester Schedule | Global Studies, B.A.

The following is a list of major courses arranged by year. This suggested schedule

is intended to help students plan their courses in an orderly fashion. Some courses
or course sequences may appear more than once. Global Studies majors and
Geography minors are strongly encouraged to meet with advisors in the program
prior to selecting courses as all courses are not offered each year.

Freshman

Sophomore

Junior

Senior