Associate of Arts - International Studies

Pursue an Associate of Arts in International Studies at Skyline College. Gain a global perspective and prepare for diverse career opportunities. Apply now!

Students completing this major will gain a global perspective on the histories, political structures, and cultures of all of the world's regions, as well as expertise in a specific region of their choice. All students in this major will take a set of core courses that provide a common framework for an understanding of historical, economical, cultural and political relations. Each student will also choose one of four areas for specialization: Asia, Europe, Latin America, or the Philippines for more extensive study of the history, language, and arts of that area. This major provides the foundation to transfer into International Studies/Relations or majors with specific geo-political areas of emphasis and is valuable for them planning a career in education, business, law and many other areas where an understanding of diverse cultures is important.