Burnaby,
BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The international studies certificate is designed for students pursuing globally-oriented careers. This program enhances specialized education with insights into international contexts outside Canada. Participants can concentrate on specific global regions or multiple areas.
Contemporary global challenges - ranging from environmental crises and warfare to economic inequality and worldwide health emergencies - are inherently complex, encompassing political, financial, and societal aspects. Addressing these issues demands multidisciplinary perspectives. The international studies curriculum incorporates courses from diverse fields such as: global affairs, economic theory, social sciences, cultural anthropology, and historical studies.