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Overview of International & Development Studies
International studies degrees focus on world affairs and their impacts on specific regions and nations. Most people interested in International Studies will study a Bachelor of International Studies, or a Masters of International Studies at university.
International studies degrees can lead into many careers that focus on global issues. |
Studying International Studies
The most common international studies university course is the Bachelor of International Studies, a three-year long course that focuses on global issues, such as political, economic, social and cultural differences.
Many students follow this by the postgraduate Masters of International Studies, a two-year course that will emphasise international issues in a specific region, policy or topic.
Careers in International Studies
International studies degrees will allow you to be employed in a variety of careers, especially in international corporations and in different countries. An understanding of global issues will give you an advantage over other students. International studies can lead into careers such as politics, business, journalism, or in non-governmental organisations (NGOs), among other careers that have an international aspect.
Skills needed in International Studies
International studies, like other social science studies, involve a lot of reading and writing. Therefore, you will need to have strong reading and writing skills, as well as an understanding of cultural issues and cultural tolerance.
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