Why Major in Global Studies at NCC?
Experience the world and engage with different cultures and languages through the Associate in Arts in Global Studies degree at Northampton Community College (NCC). Enhance your impact as an active, aware and ethical global citizen in your coursework, internships, campus events, and unique summer study abroad opportunities.
Offered at the Bethlehem campus, NCC’s international relations degree program prepares you to transfer to a four-year bachelor’s degree program and start your career at international businesses, government agencies, and non-profit organizations serving diverse populations from other countries.
Interdisciplinary Approach
Immerse yourself in world-spanning insights that exist beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries. At NCC, the global studies major draws together expertise from the fields of history, political science, economics, geography, environmental science, international relations, agriculture, anthropology and more to facilitate a comprehensive view of global issues.
Hands-on Learning Experiences
Establish real-world practice through internships, take your learning to new locales on a summer study abroad trip and contribute to academic research with peer collaborators and faculty mentors. The experiential learning in NCC’s global studies degree prepares you for advanced fieldwork and research in your transfer program and for the practical expectations of your career.
Transfer with Confidence
Save thousands on the full cost of your college education by starting off at NCC. Our global studies associate degree program is specifically designed to make transferring a smooth and accessible process. With the guidance of your academic advisor, chart a plan toward all the prerequisites and field experiences you need to thrive in a four-year program like:- Lehigh University - Global Studies Program
- Temple University - Global Studies
- Drexel University - Global Studies
- Penn State University - Global Studies
- Cedar Crest College - Global Studies
- Muhlenberg College - International Studies
- Albright College - International Relations
- Dickinson College - International Studies
- Kutztown University - International Studies Minor
- East Stroudsburg University - International Relations within Political Science
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What You’ll Learn in the Global Studies Program
Grow robust foundational knowledge in international relations, global economics, cultural studies, languages, environmental studies, policy work, and a liberal arts core that illuminates and informs every aspect of your learning and career development. The global studies major fosters critical thinking, cross-cultural communications and analytical skills in hands-on coursework with engaged faculty. Hone your learning in one of three concentrations to prepare for your target transfer program or professional role.
Program Details
Semesters: 4
Credits: 62
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Establish deep roots in the vast landscape of interconnection that governs today’s societies. NCC’s global studies degree equips you with core skills in communication, international relations, modern languages, geography, sociology, anthropology, science and math. Select a concentration that aligns with your career goals or opt for a broad view from the general global studies path. As you near graduation, you may choose to work with a local business or transfer to a four-year institution to continue studying in a global development, political science, environmental science or international relations degree.
Semesters: 4
Credits: 61
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Interrogate principles of sustainability, international environmental responsibility, weather and climate as you establish foundations in geology, geography and intercultural communication. Choose the environmental studies concentration for careers in conservation, environmental consulting, sustainable development and water access.
Semesters: 4
Credits: 61
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Develop competencies in political geography, international relations, modern languages, political institutions, law, and both domestic and global struggles for civil and political equality. Take the political science concentration if you plan to work in diplomacy or politics.
Semesters: 4
Credits: 62-64
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Examine the world through the lens of food: where it comes from, how climate impacts its availability, and the ethnic, gendered, socioeconomic, religious and cultural influences we experience and communicate through food. Consider this concentration if you are interested in global food and hunger, agriculture or the culinary arts.
Sample Courses
SOCA102 Cultural Anthropology
GLBL130 Introduction to Global Studies
POLS101 Introduction to Political Science
GEOG121 Environmental Sustainability
GEOG210 Weather and Climate
POLS202 International Relations
GLBL230 Global Studies Capstone
Tuition and Financial Aid
Invest in broadening your view of the world—without spending a fortune! NCC offers one of the most affordable global studies majors in the state of Pennsylvania, and studying here can save you $25,000 per year compared to completing your first two years of study at a four-year institution. On top of our low tuition rates, we offer wide-ranging financial aid opportunities that include scholarships, grants and loans.
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