The Major in Global Studies
What is Global Studies?
Global Studies is an interdepartmental major designed for students interested in humanistic approaches to understanding globalization. The rigorous yet flexible Global Studies curriculum combines theory, history, and advanced language training in order to help students make sense of complex interactions among global processes, regional and local cultures, and societal structures.
What type of students major in Global Studies?
Global Studies students seek both curricular and metacurricular opportunities to develop a critical understanding of global issues in order to become engaged "citizens of the world." Our majors both excel in the classroom and are active outside the classroom, participating in events and lectures, joining and leading student organizations, studying abroad, interning, doing undergraduate research, and applying for prestigious and national scholarships.
What are post-graduation options for Global Studies students?
Global Studies is an attractive choice for students who wish to pursue graduate study or careers in law, teaching, government, business, and international development. Second language acquisition, which the Global Studies major requires, is a key "value added" skill that will assist graduates in finding interesting job opportunities.
Upcoming Events & Lectures
Local Experiences with the Global
Local Experiences with the Global: Pittsburgh Non-Governmental Organizations Working Across Borders
Join Carnegie Mellon's Global Studies program for a roundtable conversation to introduce you to local organizations that work across geopolitical, social, or cultural borders. Representatives from local NGOs will serve as panelists for our conversation. Each representative will offer background on her organization's mission and on-going projects, reflect on local meanings of globalization, and entertain questions from students. Food will be provided.