International Studies (ISTD)
ISTD 1100 - Intro to International Studies
1 Credit
This is an introduction to the literature and themes of International Studies. It emphasizes intercultural awareness, cultural interaction, and problem solving in an international context. Offered every semester.
Attributes: International Studies, Middle East Studies
ISTD 1930 - Special Topics
1-4 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
ISTD 2800 - International Seminar & Practicum
3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
This course combines internationally-oriented interdisciplinary seminar-style instruction with a practical international component, such as a short-term study abroad/immersion. The course will emphasize a globalization-related theme or area/regional studies from an interdisciplinary perspective.
ISTD 2900 - Intercultural Seminar & Practicum
1-3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
This course develops and studies “intercultural awareness, cultural interaction, and problem solving in an international context.” International Studies is the interdisciplinary analysis of global processes that shape international trends and lives of human beings throughout the world. This course gives students a chance to further develop awareness of the methods and topics of International Studies through a broad, humanistic socio-political approach that will serve as a foundation for further international studies in numerous fields offered at Saint Louis University. Seminar-style instruction and discussion will be paired with a practicum element taking advantage of the course’s unique format and structure.
Attributes: Film Studies, International Studies
ISTD 2930 - Special Topics
1-3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
ISTD 2980 - Independent Study
1 or 3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
ISTD 3910 - Internship
1-6 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
Prerequisite(s): CORE 1500*; (CORE 1000 or UUC Ignite Seminar Waiver with a minimum score of S)
* Concurrent enrollment allowed.
Attributes: UUC:Reflection-in-Action
ISTD 3930 - Special Topics
1-6 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
ISTD 3980 - Independent Study
1 or 3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
ISTD 4560 - Nationalism and Civil War
3 Credits
History shows that civil wars fought between ethnic or religious groups are bloodier and longer-lasting than nearly any other type of conflict. Yet, at the same time, most ethnic groups live in peace with one another, making war the exception. Why are “ethnic civil wars” so intractable? How can they be prevented or resolved? Is religious or ethnic nationalism incompatible with civic nationalism, or can competing sources of identity coexist peacefully? We address these questions by applying social science research to current and historical cases of civil war.
Attributes: International Studies, International Studies-War, UUC:Identities in Context
ISTD 4800 - Capstone: Seminar in International Studies
3 Credits
This course will allow students to study various aspects of international studies, drawing ideas, concepts, and methods of inquiry from disciplines both inside and outside of political science. The disciplines include foreign languages, international economics, cultural anthropology, area studies, and specialized thematic topics.
Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to students with a major in International Studies.
Attributes: International Studies, UG Pol Sci International Relat
ISTD 4910 - Internship in International Studies
1-6 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
This course places emphasis on the integration of academic studies with professional practice oriented toward specific career goals. Students are responsible for setting up the internship under the direction of the advisor. Offered every semester.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum Earned Credits of 60; (CORE 1000 or UUC Ignite Seminar Waiver with a minimum score of S); CORE 1500*
* Concurrent enrollment allowed.
Attributes: International Studies, International Studies-General, UUC:Reflection-in-Action
ISTD 4930 - Special Topics
1-3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)
ISTD 4970 - Advanced Independent Research in International Studies
3 Credits
This course is designed for students engaged in international field research. The goal of the course is to provide students with the research tools, practical knowledge, and organization to carry out field research outside of the United States. Permission of the instructor required.
ISTD 4980 - Advanced Independent Study in International Studies
1 or 3 Credits (Repeatable for credit)