This degree prepares students for leadership in international and domestic careers in non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government, business, and transnational organizations. Combining interdisciplinary coursework with domestic and international practicum opportunities will prepare graduates to meet the intellectual and practical challenges facing global governance and civil society organizations. The MS in Global Studies curriculum includes three tracks: 1) Global Security; 2) Gender and Public Policy; and 3) Global Governance. Students will complete coursework in their chosen area of focus, which may include a specific topical area such as Global Health or Sustainable Development.
Curriculum
Students complete 32 graduate credit hours to earn an MS in Global Studies. All MSGS students must complete three required courses early in their degree program. These courses are foundational for all three pathways and provide a context for elective coursework. Students are also required to take at least 4 credit hours of a professional development course-- either a practicum or project. The remaining credit hours provide students with a great deal of flexibility to customize the degree to suit their individual career goals within their chosen pathway.
Advising
Each student will work with their advisor to select courses that best suit their individual goals. In addition to the core curriculum courses, students can select, with advisor approval, from an array of elective courses designed to support greater depth in their chosen pathway and discipline.
Andrew Guth is the MSGS academic coordinator. Current and prospective students can reach him at andyguth@illinois.edu.
