Major Requirements Have Changed
Read More About it Here
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Major Worksheet (Pre Fall 22)
New Major Worksheet (Fall 22)
Course requirements
Course Descriptions
Glbl St course descriptions
Degree Planner
3 and 4-year Degree Plans
Enrollment Tips
SPRING 2023
Courses will continue to be added throughout the week.
Courses with * will show up on DAR in April
Spring Courses Here
PAST COURSES
Click HERE for past course offerings
SUMMER 2023 COURSES
Session A Session C
Travel Study
PETITION
Study abroad courses and UC/Non-UC courses
Petition for Committee Review
GLBL STUDIES COURSES- Fall 2023-24 Offerings
Core courses are offered once a year. Travel Study is required but students should visit advising office if they can't meet this requirement to explore options.
*I A STD 195CE is an optional internship course that fulfills capstone requirement
Subject to change
Junior Year (at the latest)
GLBL ST 1 (5 units) Tejas Parasher
Students must apply for the major during this term
GLBL ST 160 (4 units) Steve Zipperstein
GLBL ST 102 (5 units) Maggie Peters
GLBL ST 103 (5 units) Eric Min
GLBL ST 160 (4 units) Rebecca Feinberg
GLBL ST 104 (5 units) Hannah Appel
GLBL ST 110A (5 units)
GLBL ST 110B (5 units)
GLBL ST 191 (4 units) Eric Min
*I A STD 195CE (4 units)
GLBL ST 191 (4 units) Tejas Parasher
MINOR REQUIREMENTS
Minor worksheet
Declare the Minor
At least 20 units of the minor (upper and lower division) must be exclusive to the minor.
GLBL ST 1 (5 units) Adina Matisoff
GLBL ST 103 (5 units) Eric Min GLBL ST 104 (5 units) Adina Matisoff
GLBL ST 102 (5 units) Chris Wegemer
Effective Fall 2022: New Capstone Requirement Guidelines
Students admitted to the major after Fall 2022 are no longer required to write a thesis. Instead, they can choose ONE option during their senior year to fulfill the senior capstone requirement. NOTE for currently declared/admitted GS majors: Sophomores (2nd year) or Juniors (3rd year) who have already been admitted to the major are allowed to submit a request to switch to new requirements. Please read our FAQs for more information.
1. One Quarter of Independent Research
Students can complete research in any quarter of their senior year. Faculty advisor must be secured by week 1 of the term they are conducting research. Research topic must be approved by the Global Studies office.
Potential advisors can be only Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, or Emeritus. Lecturers, adjunct, and visiting instructors are not allowed.
Enrollment Steps:
Deliverable:
2. One Quarter of Internship Experience
Steps:
1. Petition Internship
2. Enroll in I A STD 195CE
International students should consult the Dashew Center prior to beginning their internship research process*
Internship sites:
Students are expected to find their own internships and ensure they are approved by our office and by the Center for Community Engagement. The programs below include internships that may fulfill the GS major requirement.
Academic Year:
UC Center Sacramento (UCCS) Poli Sci 192A Internship
UCLA Quarter in Washington (UCDC) I A STD 195CE. Elective course may also be petitioned for a pillar
UCEAP Internship Programs Internship course while abroad.
Summer: students should plan around required Summer Glbl St travel study program
D.C. Fellows Summer in Washington Program I A STD 195CE Internship Course
UCLA Global Internship Program I A STD 195CE remote while doing an internship abroad.
3. Senior Thesis (Departmental Honors)
Application, faculty form, and instructions and guidelines can be found in the Departmental Honors tab.
WHY DO HONORS?
• Spend 2 consecutive quarters researching a topic on globalization you are passionate about
• Receive individual writing mentorship from a UCLA faculty member
• Add Departmental Honors recognition to your diploma and transcript
• Strengthen research skills for graduate school and career
• Satisfy your Senior Capstone Requirement!
Apply now for the 2023-24 school year!
Deadline: Friday, Week 7 of Fall Quarter
ELIGIBILITY
Click below to watch the recording of our 2023 Senior Thesis and Honors Workshop!
Design and conduct independent research under the guidance of a faculty advisor culminating in an honors thesis. Submit final 35-50 page thesis and proof of attendance to workshops to GS advising office to receive credit for capstone.
These are also available on the WI+RE website, and on the Library's YouTube channel!
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Summer Travel Study is required for Global Studies majors, and optional for Global Studies minors.
Global Studies majors may participate in EAP study abroad programs in addition to the required Global Studies Travel Study programs if they plan accordingly.
Select the links below to learn more about each program.
Travel Study (required)+
Scholarships Available for Global Studies Majors
APPLY HERE
2022 UCLA's Study Abroad for Global Studies students
Open to ALL MAJORS
UC Education Abroad Program (EAP) (optional)+
Approval Process
Use database--->Email course descriptions for pre-approval--->Submit official petitions upon your return. More details below:
Tips on how to choose a program, petitioning courses, and more!
See Fact Sheet here
Filter by country for sample EAP courses taken by previous Global Studies students
See Database here
Visit the UCLA International Education Office for a complete list of programs.
Quarter in Washington (UCDC) (optional)+
International Institute Events
Attend numerous events on specific world regions and pressing global issues. For upcoming International Institute Events, visit the Event Calendar.
Event Calendar
International Institute Open House
International Institute Career Panel
Find more UCLA student groups HERE
Students studying abroad through programs below are eligible for funding.
UCLA Undergraduate Research Center Awards:
The Departmental Scholar Program (DSP) allows exceptional juniors and seniors to pursue the bachelor's and master's degrees simultaneously. It offers advanced students access to graduate level classes and an opportunity to do graduate level research under the direct supervision of UCLA's distinguished faculty.
International Institute Academic Programs that have participated in the Departmental Scholars program in the past include:
Eligibility
Students seeking nomination to the Departmental Scholar Program should review the eligibility criteria on the UCLA Honors Programs website.
Application Process
A completed application must include all of the following materials before being considered for admission:
For more information please contact:
Yumi Kinoshita, Academic Advisor UCLA International Institute Academic Programs Office of Academic Advising 10256 Bunche Hall Los Angeles, CA 90095-1487 idpgrads@international.ucla.edu
Zoom meetings can be scheduled here.
For general information on becoming a Departmental Scholar, or to see if other departments offer similar programs, please contact College Honors.
Information on healthy and safety, campus life, nature of instruction, and more to help you navigate your UCLA experience.
See the Guidebook here
We strive to provide holistic and comprehensive support to our students through one-on-one advising, workshops and events that focus on academic and professional planning, inspire exploration of research, internship opportunities and experiences abroad. Our ultimate goal is to encourage our students to make a positive impact in the world both during and after their college careers as informed and responsible global citizens.
Sandy Valdivieso
Liz Alvarez
We can assist you with:
• Thoughtful academic and professional planning • Exploration of research • Inspire internship opportunities and experiences abroad • Helping you connect your major to your career and personal goals • Clarifying the scope and requirements of the major or minor
Contact your Counseling Unit with questions about GE/IGETC Requirements, Course Add/Drop Petitions, Degree Plan Contracts, College-specific requirements, Holds, Grad Checks, Probation status, Readmission, etc. Contact the Registrar's Office with questions about registration, fees, classes, etc.- view FAQ's
Please include your name and UID in all emails. idps@international.ucla.edu
Current UCLA students only. If you're not a UCLA student, please e-mail us. The appointment will be cancelled if you're not present (online or in person) within 5 minutes of the scheduled time. Our offices are located in Bunche Hall 10270 & 10274. MY.UCLA APPOINTMENT SCHEDULER