Global Studies Emphasis

ASSOCIATE IN ARTS, 60 CREDITS

Riverland’s Global Studies Emphasis program offers a multidisciplinary exploration of globalization, examining its social, economic, and political impacts. Through diverse learning materials and a strong historical and theoretical foundation, students develop global awareness and critical thinking skills. This emphasis is ideal for those pursuing international careers or seeking a deeper understanding of our interconnected world.

Location: Austin
Program Starts: Fall, Spring
Course Plan: Four Semesters
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Required Core Courses
Course	Title	Credits
ENGL1101	Composition I (Goal 1 & 2)	3 CR
GLST1500	Introduction to Global Studies (Goal 5 & 8)	3 CR

SPCH1310	Communication in a Diverse World (Goal 1 & 7)	3 CR

MnTC General Education Courses
Course	Title	Credits
-	Goal 1 - Communication ENGL1104, ENGL1105, ENGL1107 Note: 6 credits of this goal area are satisfied by taking the Core Courses listed above.	3 CR
-	Goal 3 - Natural Sciences BIOL1030, BIOL1040, Note: A minimum of 9 credits, including 1 course from each of the two areas; one course must be a laboratory course	3 CR
-	Goal 4 - Mathematical/Logical Reasoning MATH1050, MATH1110, MATH1115, MATH1200, MATH1210, MATH1220, MATH1400, PHIL1100, STAT2021, Note: A minimum of 3 credits	3 CR
-	Goal 5 - History and the Social & Behavioral Sciences AREA A - ANTH2220, ANTH2240, GEOG1200, GEOG1201, PSCI1030, SOCI2125, Note: A minimum of 6 credits including 2 courses must be taken from Goal 3 (Area A). Introduction to Global Studies satisfies one of the course requirements.	3 CR
-	Goal 5 - History and the Social & Behavioral Sciences AREA B - HIST1011, HIST1012, HIST1030, Note: 1 course must be taken from Goal 5 (Area B).	3 CR
-	Goal 6 - Humanities and Fine Arts AREA A - ARTS1101, ARTS1102, ARTS1103, ENGL1132, HUMA1101, HUMA1102, HUMA2263, MUSC1111, Note: 2 courses from 2 different subjects must be taken from Goal 6 (Area A)	3 CR
-	Goal 6 - Humanities and Fine Arts AREA B - ARTS1119 (suggested) Note: 1 course must be taken from Goal 6 (Area B)	3 CR
-	Goal 9 - Ethical & Civic Responsibility PHIL1150, PSYC2260, SOCI1103 Note: One course minimum	3 CR
-	Goal 10 - People and the Environment ANTH2220, BIOL1010, BIOL1092, CHEM1121, ESCI1000, GEOG1200, Note: One course minimum	3 CR

Electives
Course	Title	Credits
BUSA2065	Introduction to International Business	3 CR
HUMA1104	Peace Studies	3 CR
HUMA2295	The Culture in London-London Dash Light OR	2 CR
HUMA2297	The Culture of London - London Dash OR	4 CR
MUSC2295	World Cultural Studies OR	2 CR
MUSC2297	World Cultural Studies – Research Option OR	4 CR
THTR2295	World Cultural Studies OR	2 CR
THTR2297	World Cultural Studies – Research Option	4 CR

For in-depth information including outcomes, program fees, course descriptions, and more please visit the Global Studies Emphasis program page at riverland.edu.