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INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (IS) |
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| IS 100 |
Global
Issues |
3 cr |
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| This
course introduces students to the basic structural
components of the global system, including the
nation-state system and world economy, and explores
the major schools of thoughts in such areas as
security, economic prosperity and development,
international law, gender, and environmental studies.
The course helps students understand the complex
and interlinked issues facing global society and
view the U.S. within a broader context. |
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| IS 200 |
People
and Nations of the World |
3 cr |
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| Variable
content course focusing on a particular nation
or region of the world. Course offers a multidisciplinary
introduction into the people, society and politics. |
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| IS 290 |
Special
Topics |
3 cr |
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| Study
of selected topics within a particular Area Studies
Concentration. May be repeated for credit when
content varies. Prerequisite: IS 100. |
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| An
international exchange program for University
of South Alabama students. Grading is S/U. Prerequisite:
Permission of the IS Director. |
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| IS 473 |
International Law |
3 cr |
| This course covers major issues, cases and topics in public and private international law. Topics covered include individuals and corporations, diplomatic relations, extraterritorial jurisdiction, human rights, economic relations, treaty systems, environmental law, arbitration and adjudication, and the use of force (Identical to CJ 473 and PSC 473). |
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| IS 475 |
International Political Economy |
3 cr |
| An integrative course that combines material from political science, economics, international relations, and general business studies. Topics covered include public policy towards multinational corporations, issues of globalization, theoretical issues about international political economy, trade and finance, and the like. (Identical to PSC 475). |
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| IS 490 |
Special
Topics |
3 cr |
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| Advanced
study of selected topics within a particular Area
Studies Concentration. May be repeated for credit
when content varies. Prerequisite: IS 100. |
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| Advanced
study of selected topics in international studies
from a comparative perspective. May be repeated
for credit when content varies. Prerequisite:
IS 100. |
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| IS 494 |
Directed
Studies |
1-3 cr |
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| Directed
research in the field of international studies.
Prerequisite: Permission of the International
Studies Director. |
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| IS 495 |
Senior Research Seminar |
3 cr |
| The course seeks to provide an interdisciplinary and cross-regional overview of the fields and research opportunities within international studies. Prerequisites: Completion of all core courses, substantial fulfillment of other requirements in the program and senior standing. |
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| IS 496 |
Professional
Studies: Internship |
3-9 cr |
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| Practical
learning experiences through occupational or professional
work with an approved international organization,
governmental agency, or international business.
Prerequisite: Permission of the International
Studies Director. |
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