International and Global Studies
In order to gain a deeper understanding of other cultures, International and Global Studies (IGS) majors take one additional language course (beyond the university requirement) and complete either a study abroad program or an international internship. A study abroad experience will allow students to understand, from an international perspective, the complex processes of globalization that profoundly affect politics, economics, culture, society and the environment.
IGS Study Abroad Liaison
To assist students with their academic choices abroad and to help answer any questions about receiving major/minor credit while abroad, each academic department and program has assigned a faculty member to serve as the Study Abroad Liaison. As every department has different policies regarding credit from abroad, the Study Abroad Liaison can assist you with guidance on major/minor credit. Find the Study Abroad Liaison for IGS here.
We recommend that you review this document prior to your initial meeting to discuss study abroad plans.
Sample of Approved Programs with IGS Coursework
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Development Studies and Internship in Dakar (MSID) - Dakar, Senegal
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Cultural Identity, Social Justice, and Community Development in Valparaiso (SIT) - Valparaiso, Chile
- Development Studies and Internship in Chiang Mai (MSID) - Chiang Mai, Thailand
Visit the Brandeis Approved Programs List to review a comprehensive list of programs that offer IGS coursework. You can also filter options or search for unique program traits like internships or research. Additional programs might have acceptable coursework, but this list shows the primary locations where IGS courses may be available.
IGS Pre-Reviewed Courses
The IGS department has established a list of courses abroad that have been pre-reviewed for IGS credit. Please note: if a program or course you are interested in is not listed here, it may just mean that it hasn't been requested previously. Speak to the Study Abroad Faculty Liaison about whether or not it may fulfill an IGS requirement.
Receiving Credit in IGS
Students wishing to receive credit in IGS for coursework done off-campus during the academic year should discuss these plans with the Study Abroad Liaison. All students as part of their application process will be required to have a course proposal reviewed by the department if they wish to receive credit in that major/minor. This is an initial conversation and students should continue to discuss plans with the department as they have more course information (syllabi, etc.). Upon return, semester students should complete the Petition to Request Substitution for a Requirement form for final and formal review.
FAQs
Is it possible to take one of the "core" IGS courses (the equivalent of IGS 10a, ANTH 1a, ECON 28b, POL 15a) abroad?
Studying Abroad as an IGS Major
IGS major Arlenne Serna studied abroad in South Korea in Fall 2019.