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Students pursuing a Global Studies (GST) degree examine the interconnected cultural, political, and economic frameworks that unite societies worldwide. The program equips them with historical context to evaluate globalization narratives while cultivating essential analytical abilities to comprehend global shaping forces. The GST curriculum focuses on developing rigorous research capabilities, historical understanding, and applying diverse theoretical approaches. These may encompass representation theories, economic systems, gender studies, national identity concepts, rights frameworks, activist networks, development critiques, and colonial legacy examinations. GST faculty bring expertise from multiple disciplines and interdisciplinary areas such as historical analysis, cultural anthropology, creative arts, gender research, social structures, economic systems, racial justice studies, media analysis, spatial studies, ecological concerns, and rights advocacy. Through interpretive analysis, data-driven investigation, spatial visualization, and hands-on projects, GST learners develop nuanced perspectives on globalization's historical evolution and contemporary manifestations.
Student must have a High School Qualification.
Due to limited testing availability from COVID-19, the UW will accept the Duolingo’s English Test for autumn 2021 applicants. A minimum score of 105 will be required for admission. The TOEFL iBT special home edition and the IELTS Indicator at home exam will also be accepted for 2021 international freshman applicants.
English proficiency
TOEFL (iBT) - Minimum score required: 76, Recommended score: 92 or higher
IELTS - Minimum score required: 6.0, Recommended score: 7.0 or higher