Global Studies
Highline’s Global Studies program inspires students to become leaders in our modern, interdependent world. Our interdisciplinary courses provide students with knowledge of the political, economic, social, and cultural challenges that global communities face and the tools to enact change.
Career
In our ever-interconnected world, employers want to hire people who understand international perspectives and the opportunities for global connection. An Associate of arts (AA) degree in global studies provides people with an understanding of the challenges that face communities around the world and opportunities for employment in international relations, public relations, nonprofit organizations, global management, and education.
Associate Degrees
In our interconnected world, employers want people who understand the opportunities for global growth. A degree in global studies provides people with an understanding of the challenges facing global communities and opportunities for employment in international relations, public relations, nonprofit organizations, global management, and education.
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GPA Requirement:
2.5 minimum gpa, A minimum 2.0 cumulative college-level GPA; completion of at least 23 of the total required credits at Highline with a minimum 2.0 GPA (known as the residency credit requirement); any course taken in the AA, AS, AAS degrees must be a D (1.0 GPA) or better.
Number of Credits:
90
Degree or Certificate Learning Outcomes:
- Community & Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to interact productively and equitably with others in diverse local, national, and global communities; address social justice issues based on awareness of historical and contemporary systemic inequalities; proactively engage in their physical and mental health.
- Globalism: Students will demonstrate the ability to evaluate how environmental, relational and cultural processes and interactions impact the world, people’s lives, and their own views.
Top Transfer-To institutions
- UW Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, BA in international studies
- UW Tacoma School of Interdisciplinary Arts & Sciences, BA in interdisciplinary arts & sciences with a global studies concentration
- Central Washington University, BS in interdisciplinary studies in social sciences
- Oregon State University, global development studies minor
- University of Oregon, BA or BS in global studies.
Important Dates or Milestones Specific to Degree/Certificate
This degree has the same registration and financial aid dates that all AA-DTA students have. There are not any additional dates that are specific to this degree.
Key Advisors
Tarisa Matsumoto-Maxfield
Jenn Ritchey
Samad Chakour
Kevin Stanley
Jennifer Jones