Overview
A Gateway to the World "We have to move from our devotion to independence, through an understanding of interdependence, to a commitment to human solidarity." Catholic Bishops' Pastoral on the U.S. Economy Do you "think globally"? If so, then the Saint Joseph College international studies major may be for you! A degree in International Studies prepares you to meet the professional challenges of an increasingly interdependent world. Multidisciplinary Curriculum
This major (a minor is also available) provides an issues-based outlook on the global community, including the opportunity to live and study abroad. The four-part curriculum builds a solid foundational core. Part one includes courses such as foundations of international studies, world history, world geography, international politics, global Economy and cultural anthropology. The curriculum then moves into the foreign language arena in which you will enhance your proficiency in a modern language. The third component of this field of study includes the opportunity to... Study or Intern Abroad
Spend a semester or summer living, working, studying, and experiencing life in a foreign country. Saint Joseph College students have attended approved programs in France, India, England, Italy, Guatemala, Spain, Japan, Jamaica, Barbados, Mexico and Canada! The opportunity also exists to participate in the study abroad programs sponsored by Saint Joseph College. Current exchange agreements exist with: Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen, in the Netherlands Seisen Jogakuin College in Nagano, Japan Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia University College of Saint Martin in Lancaster, England Current international studies majors are slated to travel to France, Germany and Italy, where they will fulfill both a language requirement and a requirement from their selected concentration. A Selected Degree Concentration
Upon your return to campus, you will continue with the fourth component of your study, your selected area of concentration. Explore options in the fields of economy/polity and society, languages and cultures, or develop a self-designed major to fulfill your personal career interest. Career Opportunities
A degree in international studies promotes critical thinking skills along with a truly global experience. Graduates go on to rewarding international careers in the fields of politics, economics, business, modern languages, religious studies and art history. Some of the more popular career options include: - Art Historian
- Congressional Aide
- Diplomatic Corps
- Foreign Service Officer
- Intergovernmental Relations Specialist
- International Banker
- International Lawyer
- International Relief/Refugee Worker
- International Trade Specialist
- Museum Administrator/Educator
- Peace Corps
- Political Campaign Organizer
- Translator/Interpreter
- Youth Minister
Contact
For further information contact Shyamala Raman, Ph.D., in the Office of international studies.
Phone: 860.231.5515
E-mail:sraman@sjc.edu | 
