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Program Description The Program in International Studies at the University of Hartford offers an interdisciplinary major that makes use of faculty expertise across disciplines. The program allows students to approach global issues in their complexity, including politics, economics, language, history, communication, culture and arts. The program prepares students to live, think, and work in a world that is changing rapidly and often with great unpredictability. The major is particularly appropriate for those interested in careers in government, business, education, the nonprofit sector, and certain areas of law. It also provides a solid background for graduate studies in several fields. Faculty advisors work closely with each student to tailor the program to his or her learning objectives and career plans. Students who major in IS are also strongly encouraged to study abroad during the course of their studies. This can take the form of a semester or year abroad, or by participating in a short-term Winter-term or Summer-term program abroad. Learning Outcomes: Students will gain an understanding of global issues through an interdisciplinary perspective which includes language, culture, history, economics and politics. Students will understand and appreciate diverse perspectives, and utilize a variety of methods with critical reflection. Students will develop a cultural, economic, historical and political awareness of the role the United States plays in the world. Students will gain expertise in a particular thematic focus within the field of international studies. Students will demonstrate second-year proficiency in a language other than English. Students will develop research competence in the field of international studies. Students will develop strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills. International Pathway Program Students should be advised that this is the Extended Plus 4-Semester Pathway option for this program. This pathway includes one or more semesters of Pre-Sessional English (dependent upon student proficiency level and progression in English courses) plus 3 semesters of Extended International Pathway. The International Pathway Program (IPP) is open to students who need to strengthen their English skills before studying a degree program in the USA. The IPP offers undergraduate students the additional support needed for their first year of university study. Students’ academic, social and personal success are ensured while in the program as they prepare to continue on to their degree. Each semester students will take a combination of Hartford academic courses (credited) and English courses (non-credit). Course options are dependent upon the required pathway. Once students have reached the required English level, they can progress to their program at the University of Hartford.
