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IS 200.6
International Studies
1&2(3L)
Prerequisite(s): 18 credit units at the 100 level including at least 12 credit units at the 100 level from two or more of the departments participating in the International Studies program (Religious Studies and Anthropology, Economics, Geography (Human), History, Political Studies and Sociology).

An examination of selected international issues in interdisciplinary perspective. Theoretical and methodological contributions of the social sciences and history to international studies. Fields of specialization within international studies, including development studies, international relations and conflict resolution, and area studies.

IS 385.3
Latin American Studies
1/2(3S)
Prerequisite(s): Attendance at the Guatemala Term Abroad.

Offered as part of the Antigua, Guatemala Term Abroad. Specific course topics will change on each occasion it is offered, but will typically cover a range of interdisciplinary topics focused on Guatemala, Central America, and Latin America.

IS 388.3, 389.6
Independent Research
1/2(1S), 1&2(1S)
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the International Studies Administrative Committee and the project supervisor.

International Studies offers senior students the opportunity to do an interdisciplinary Independent Research course. This will be most attractive to students away from the university on study trips. Research projects and topics must be approved by the International Studies Administrative Committee.

IS 401.3
International Cooperation and Conflict
1&2(3S)
Prerequisite(s): Fourth year standing in the International Studies Program or the persmission of the IS Chair.

Explores the contribution which interdisciplinary theory and research make toward understanding international issues, particularly international cooperation and conflict. Topics will include nationalism and ethnicity, the role of international organizations in conflict resolution and democratization, human rights, militarism and peacekeeping.

Note: Students with credit for IS 400 may not take this course for credit.

IS 402.3
International Development
1&2(3S)
Prerequisite(s): Fourth year standing in the International Studies Program or the IS Chair’s permission.

This seminar explores the contribution which interdisciplinary theory and research make toward understanding international issues, particularly international development. Topics will include theoretical conceptualization of development and sustainability, global poverty and inequality, the globalization debate, foreign aid and structural instabilities.

Note: Students with credit for IS 400 may not take this course for credit.




Special Topics

These courses are offered occasionally by visiting faculty and in other special situations. Students interested in these courses should contact the program co-ordinator or administrative committee for more information.
IS 298.3

1/2(3S)

IS 299.6

1&2(3S)

IS 398.3

1/2(3S)

IS 399.6

1&2(3S)

IS 498.3

1/2(3S)

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