Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies - Global Cultures

The College of Liberal Arts’ bachelors of arts in Global Studies degree lets you specialize in one of three tracks: global security, global economy or global cultures. The tracks allow students to identify a specialized program of study that draws from a structured set of requirements and electives, culminating in a research-based and writing-intensive capstone seminar. Undergraduate students can also minor in global studies in all schools and colleges at Temple University. We offer a BA in Global Studies with specialization in one of three tracks: global security, global economy or global cultures. The tracks allow students to identify a specialized program of study that draws from a structured set of requirements and electives, culminating in a research-based and writing-intensive capstone seminar.Develop a broad and sophisticated understanding of global changes, cultures and perspectives with the Bachelor of Arts in Global Studies program in Temple University’s College of Liberal Arts. This rigorous, interdisciplinary, 123-credit undergraduate program prepares students for the international workforce through its emphasis on global cultures, global economy and global security. The Global Studies Major draws from over a dozen fields of study, and it prioritizes a strong foundation in foreign language studies, with opportunities for you to intern and study abroad. Students are required to complete four levels of a foreign language, giving them a competitive edge when pursuing global professions. Through the Global Studies curriculum, learn to analyze international problems and communicate ideas effectively. Study the complex global issues shaping our world, using tools from a variety of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences. Graduates are well equipped to pursue international careers, and collaborate across and within foreign countries.Examine the interaction of global and local cultures from the European imperialism of the 19th century, through the spread of Americanization in the 20th century, to the digital world of the 21st century. This concentration draws on courses from a wide list of options in anthropology, film, history, literature, religion and sociology.

Your application must include all official and original academic records from any secondary school you have ever attended.If you are attending a secondary school curriculum that is four years, Temple University reviews grades nine through 11 as well as your current progress in 12th grade (term/quarter/semester/predicted) or your final transcript if you completed secondary school. If you are attending a secondary school curriculum that is only three years, we strongly recommend you submit the final year of your primary school as well. If you are admitted to Temple and you have submitted your enrollment deposit, you must have your secondary school send your final transcript or proof of graduation to Temple.Need help determining what satisfies proof of graduation Please contact the International Admissions office.