The international studies major is composed of internationally oriented courses drawn from several disciplinary and interdisciplinary study areas. Students take courses from departments such as economics, geography, history, political science, sociology/anthropology, and world languages.
Students who earn a degree in the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences must complete the University requirements, the College requirements for their specific degree program, and their major requirements.
Minors
All students have the possibility of earning one or more minors; a list of all available minors and their requirements is available at http://catalog.wvu.edu/undergraduate/minors/. Please note that students may not earn a minor in their major field.
Study Abroad, Internships, and Other Experiential Education Opportunities
Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of opportunities for professional internships and study abroad, which may be undertaken for academic credit (often fulfilling specific course requirements for the major) with the approval of students' designated international studies advisers. Through internships, students gain first-hand knowledge of organizations engaged in international social, economic, and governmental affairs. To experience another society and in many cases to improve their foreign language capabilities, students may also study abroad for a summer, one semester, or an entire academic year. Interested students should consult their international studies adviser. Additional experiential education opportunities available to international studies majors include academic simulation programs and global service-learning.
Second Majors, Minors, and Other Coursework
Students are encouraged to work closely with their international studies advisor and faculty in the program to select relevant courses, second majors, and/or minors that will complement their work in international studies and lead to meaningful career options.