BA in International Studies - Political Science in La Jolla United States | University of California, San Diego

Advancements in technology along with cultural and economic globalization are bringing societies closer together. Yet divisions based on ethnicity, religion, and economics persist, sparking conflicts both within and between nations. This growing interconnectedness coupled with enduring divisions highlights the need for deeper insight into different cultures and social structures. Societies cannot be analyzed in isolation or viewed statically - they evolve through complex interactions with global and regional influences, including political, military, economic, and cultural factors, as well as their historical contexts. People and communities actively reshape these environments as they reinterpret their own histories. The International Studies Program takes an interdisciplinary approach, leveraging UC San Diego's existing expertise in global specializations. Political science contributes established frameworks in international relations and comparative politics. Economics provides essential theories and analytical tools for comprehending our interconnected world. Sociology, business, and anthropology focus on comparative analyses of social structures, markets, and cultural practices. Literature and linguistics offer diverse perspectives on non-English speaking cultures through language and tradition studies. Additionally, area studies deliver in-depth knowledge about specific nations and regions.