From controlling weapons of mass destruction to arresting the spread infectious diseases, from finding solutions to climate change to managing borderless trade and investment, modern issues require international cooperation and collective solutions.  The world in the 21^st century is truly globalized. Both the sheer volume and the speed of trans-border movement of people, products and data mean that no country or individual exists as an island isolated from international trends and challenges.  The interdependence of nations, and of people, is a fact of life.

The BA Program in International Studies offers undergraduate students at the University of Denver critical knowledge and skills for succeeding in a world that has gone global. Whether your interests lie in business, law, environmental studies, social work, political science, or information technology, every student today needs to adapt to global issues, to grasp how the world works, and to have an international approach to their professional development.  The International Studies curriculum encourages students to learn about international events that directly affect their lives, and it gives them a foundation to enable their success in a rapidly changing world.

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This portfolio site serves as a dynamic resource for the Josef Korbel BA Programs. By navigating through the above tabs, you can everything you need to know on the International Studies and Public Policy majors at Korbel.

The Program Information tab is the best place to find specific requirements on the International Studies and Public Policy majors. That includes the overall program handbook, and major and minor, study abroad, and foreign language requirements. 

The Academic Advising tab includes information on who, what, where, when, and why you should contact a International Studies or Public Policy academic advisor.

If you are looking for information on prior and current courses taught at the Josef Korbel School, check out the Course Schedules and Descriptions tab.

If you are looking to go above and beyond in your studies, the Departmental Distinction tab will give you information on how to join and complete the Departmental Distinction Program.

Students who are interested in continuing their studies can check the Graduate Program Opportunities tab for more information on the BA/MA Dual Degree Program and the Priority MA Admissions Option for International Studies Students.

Lastly, the Helpful Links & FAQ tab seeks to provide additional resources for International Studies and Public Policy students at the University of Denver.