Emphasis areas
You will choose an emphasis in:
You can alternatively complete a Certificate in Refugee Studies, with 9 courses (27 credits).
This is recommended for students seeking internships or work opportunities in international organizations, NGOs, or national administrations.
Emphasis in International Economics:
At least 15 credit hours from the following:
- ECON 3700 Economics of Development 3 hrs
- INTL 4280 International Economics 3 hrs
- INTL 3290 Politics of International Econ Relations 3 hrs
- INTL 3330 International Economic Integration 3 hrs
- HIST 3050 Economic History 3 hrs
- HIST 3000 Ideas in History 3 hrs
- ECON 4900 History of Economic Thought 3 hrs
Emphasis in Refugee Studies:
The program looks at migration, forced displacement, and humanitarian emergencies. It covers the historical, political, economic, legal, organizational, social, and humanitarian aspects of this complex phenomenon. International humanitarian practitioners, academics, and experts frequently serve as guest lecturers.
At least 15 credit hours from the following:
- Issues: Migration/Refugee Studies 3 hrs
- International Economics 3 hrs
- Advocacy, NGOs, and Civil Society 3 hrs
- Advanced Studies in International Law 3 hrs
- Comparative Politics 3 hrs
- Politics in the Developing World 3 hrs
- Field Trip 3 hrs
Emphasis in Comparative Politics:
At least 15 credit hours from the following:
- POLT 1060 Intro to American Politics 3 hrs
- POLT 2550 Politics of the Developing World 3 hrs
- POLT 2250 Politics of the Industrialized World 3 hrs
- POLT 3400 Comparative Politics 3 hrs
- POLT 4400 Adv Studies in Comp Politics 3 hrs
- INTL 3200 Comp Politics: West Europe & US 3 hrs
- INTL 3300 International Economic Integration 3 hrs
