Work as a foreign service officer or policy analyst.
Graduates work for the Federal Bureau of Investigations and NCIS.
Work for organizations like the Peace Corps.
Acquire first-hand experiences with diverse cultures, peoples and places and increase confidence, resourcefulness and resilience in handling dynamic situations that arise in international travel and cultural exchanges
Develop leadership, critical thinking and problem-solving skills while framing issues in a global context
Increase your language skills and fluency and enhance your skills in intercultural communication
Internationalize your network of peers/colleagues and broaden your cultural awareness, appreciation and engagement
Critically analyze stereotypes, generalizations and media accounts based on first-hand information
“ My study abroad experience in South Africa during the summer of 2012 was by far the most remarkable month of my life. Studying abroad forced me out of my comfort zone. ”
Sociology provides many distinctive perspectives on the world, generating new ideas and critiquing established ideologies.
A department that is dedicated to teaching, research, service, and public engagement in the areas of politics in the local, state, national and international arenas.
Explore how the past shaped modern society.
The MPA program is an interdisciplinary professional degree designed for students looking to start or advance their careers in the public, nonprofit or private sectors.
The multi-disciplinary post-baccalaureate program in conflict management and resolution is ideal for professionals, practitioners and students who wish to gain a greater understanding of conflict in both domestic and international settings.
International Studies
601 S. College Road
UNCW, Wilmington, NC 28403-5629
Our office is located in the Teaching Lab Building, Suite 2116.
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