International Studies, B.A.
College of Arts and Sciences
Interested in joining the government sector, working for international organizations or learning about politics on a global scale? Choose international studies and tailor the program to your career goals.
Prepare for numerous employment paths in industry and government, or lay an excellent foundation for law school, doctoral programs and other postgraduate education. In addition to taking a wide range of courses, you'll have opportunities for internships and independent research with faculty to gain a deep understanding of international politics.
Program Highlights
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Real Experiences
Get work experience in government or a related field while earning course credit through an internship with support from the department.
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In-demand Skills
Learn to communicate effectively about complex ideas and gain understanding of a wide variety perspectives.
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Specializations
Tailor your course of study to your specific interest, from politics and international relations to public administration and more.
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Career Options
Our graduates have gone on to work in government, nonprofit organizations, international diplomacy, law and more.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Diplomacy
Handling sensitive or delicate situations with tact, sensitivity and professionalism
Advocacy
Promoting or defending a cause or issue often using awareness, education and policy change
Cultural Awareness
Learning about and respecting diverse cultures and beliefs
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Evaluate Policies
Examining their impact and effectiveness in achieving specific goals or objectives
Research
Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems
Writing
Creating professional written content for inclusion in scholarly journal articles, books and reports
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Researcher
- Analyst
- Administrator
- Coordinator
- Representative
- Lawyer
Workplace Settings
- Government
- Military
- Nonprofits
- Business
- Education
- Law
As a political science major, I could think of no better place to pursue my education than in the city of Columbia – the heart of politics in South Carolina. With less than a five-minute walk from campus to key government buildings, a hands-on opportunity in the political arena is not hard to find!
