International and
Global Studies BA

The International and Global Studies Program at the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership prepares students for careers in a wide array of fields, from diplomacy and global governance to NGOs and multinational corporations.

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DEPARTMENT OF ANTHROPOLOGY AND INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMS

The International and Global Studies Program prepares students for  globalization issues and subjects. Students will learn how the world is connected in terms of politics, economics, and cultures. Within the two concentrations of Global Issues and International Relations, we prepare students for careers in a wide array of fields, from diplomacy and global governance to NGOs and multinational corporations.

Application Deadline
Sept. 15th
Spring ‘25 Semester
120
Credits
4 year
Program
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Degree Requirements

To obtain a Bachelor of Arts Degree in International and Global Studies, students must complete at least 120 credits which includes an estimated 30 credits in General Education and 30 credits on College Options courses.

Majors typically take a total of 33-34 credits within the International and Global Studies program, of which 15 are distributed across required courses (including a concentration in either Global Issues or International Relations). The remaining 18-19 credits are program electives that must be distributed across three different departments or programs and must be 20000-level or higher. These courses must be chosen in consultation
with a departmental advisor.

The remaining credits to fulfill the 120 credits required or a BA in International and Global Studies are free electives.

Featured Courses

Here are some representative courses that an International and Global Studies Major might take when fulfilling the total 33-34 credits within the program including required courses and program electives.

To view the full list of available and approved courses please visit DegreeWorks or meet with an Academic Advisor.

INTL10100

Introduction to International & Global Studies
(3 credits)
Required Course

INTL20600

Global Social Theory
(3 credits) Required Course

One

Concentration Theory Course1
(3 credits)

One

Methods Course2
(3 credits)

One

Capstone Course3
(3 credits)

6

2000-level or higher Elective Courses
(3 credits each)

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Contact Us

Any questions?

We’re here to assist! Whether you’re a student, alumni, or part of the community, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Department of Anthropology and Interdisciplinary Programs for more information or support.

 

Department of Anthropology and Interdisciplinary Programs
North Academic Center, Room 7/112
160 Convent Avenue, New York, NY 10031
p. 212.650.8663

Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am -5.00pm
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Faculty and Staff Directory

Lotti Silber
NAC 7/112B
Dr. Irina Carlota (Lotti) Silber,
Department Chair
isilber@ccny.cuny.edu
Omnia Khalil
NAC 7/112C
Dr. Omnia Khalil,
Interim Director, International and Global Studies
okhalil@ccny.cuny.edu
Stephanie Barnes
NAC 7/114
Stephanie Barnes,
Administrative Specialist
sbarnes1@ccny.cuny.edu
NAC 7/112 I 212.650.7350
Natalie Meyers,
CUNY Office Assistant
nmeyers@ccny.cuny.edu
Sarah Muir
Dr. Sarah Muir, (on sabbatical)
Director, International and Global Studies
smuir@ccny.cuny.edu