Global Studies, BA
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Degree/Program Type
- Bachelor of Arts / major
- Format
- In-person
- Course Info
- Curriculum Guide
- College
- Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences (BCAS)
Program Contact
- Yang (Young) Lin, Ph.D.
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Professor
330-972-8264
Overview
Global Studies is an interdisciplinary major that brings together courses in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and languages. You’ll explore how local, national, and global communities are connected and learn to navigate the cultural, political, and professional dimensions of our globalized world. This program prepares you to think critically, communicate across cultures, and build a meaningful international career.
Admissions Requirements
Students must meet the general admission requirements of The University of Akron. A commitment to language study and international engagement is encouraged.
Career Outcomes
With a degree in Global Studies, you’ll be equipped for careers that span countries and industries. Graduates work in diplomacy, international business, global health, education, and nonprofit leadership. You’ll develop transferable skills like cultural competence, critical thinking, and cross-border communication that are highly valued by employers in both the public and private sectors.