International Studies

What will I learn?

Through coursework in a variety of disciplines, this initiative strives to promote sensitivity to political, economic, environmental, and social issues within an international context.

A globally competent student:

• Understands how his/her actions have a global impact.
• Has the ability to understand diverse cultural frames of reference.
• Has the ability to participate in the global marketplace.
• Has an understanding of the economic interdependency among nations.
• Understands social, political, religious, and cultural constructions throughout the world.
• Understands global environmental issues.
• Has knowledge of one or more foreign languages.
• Has the ability to access and evaluate global information.
• Accepts responsibility for global citizenship.

What can I do with this course of study?

San Antonio College offers an Associate of Arts degree with a concentration in International Studies in order to promote globally competent citizens.  This degree strives to increase students’ knowledge of history, culture, economics, the environment, government, and languages from a global perspective.  Today’s job market especially requires employees who can successfully work in a globally interconnected and interdependent environment.