International Studies
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International Studies gets to the heart of global development, its challenges and opportunities. This interdisciplinary program considers the complex relationship between Canada and aid recipient nations in Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East.
Students will analyze contemporary global issues such as food distribution, gender roles, access to capital and disease control through combined studies in language, culture, politics, economics, history and sociology.
Bachelor of Arts
The International Studies program is available as a major, double major or honours option as part of a four-year Bachelor of Arts degree.
International Studies @ Work
An International Studies degree is your introduction to a career without borders.
Enter the world of non-government organizations (NGOs) and government agencies dedicated to providing assistance in some of the world's poorest communities.
Your International Studies degree could lead to work as a:
- business development officer
- HIV-AIDS health educator
- community development officer
- fundraiser
- eco-tourism developer
- heritage conservationist
- food aid worker
- project manager
What You'll Learn
One first year course, Introduction to International Studies, and some language courses are required for students who want to receive a minor or double major in International Studies.
Upper level studies include related courses offered in other disciplines such as History, Politics, Sociology, Economics, Philosophy and French.
Go Mexico
You may apply to participate in the Go Mexico Field School, a lively study of Mexican art, culture and language. You will spend three weeks at UNB Saint John and then experience this language and culture first-hand in Mexico.
The 16-day excursion includes 10 days of instruction, which are credited toward your degree, and a final week immersed in Mexican culture, including tours of archaeological sites and museums in and around Mexico City.
Go Mexico is typically offered every two years in the spring.
