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B.A. International Studies
2006 | University of North Texas
The International Studies major at the University of North Texas is designed to inform students about the serious global challenges of the twenty-first century. It aims at increasing awareness and understanding of the social, political, and economic global issues.
The major also seeks to increase appreciation of world history, society, politics, economics, geography, religion, art, and culture. In addition, it provides the students with the skills in foreign languages and avails them the opportunity to take advanced courses in different academic disciplines and prepare them for graduate degrees in several international studies fields.
The International Studies Major is interdisciplinary in nature and draws upon the courses of the departments and programs of Anthropology, Applied Economics, Business Administration (including accounting, finance, marketing, and management), Criminal Justice, Economics, Emergency Management, Foreign Languages and Literatures, Geography, History, Journalism, Philosophy and Religion Studies, Political Science, Sociology, and Women's and Gender Studies. Its requirements are designed to provide the students with flexibility and depth. The major consists of six areas of concentrations: International Security and Diplomacy, International Business and Economics, International Development and Humanitarian Affairs, Regional Studies, and Peace Studies.
Shanghai, China
2010 - 2012
Known as "the Pearl of the Orient" Shanghai is a vibrant international city and is also the financial capital of China.
Suzhou, China
2008 - 2010
Often referred to as "the Venice" of China, Suzhou is known for its beautiful canals. A city of over 5 million people, Suzhou is a popular destination for poets, artists, and musicians.
Buzen, Japan
2006 - 2008
Buzen is a sleepy little rural town located on Japan's southern island of Kyushuu. The sushi in Buzen is incredibly fresh as it comes directly from the sea on which it borders.
Kyoto, Japan
2003 - 2004
Kyoto is the old capital of Japan. Beautiful and rich in heritage, today Kyoto is considered the cultural capital of Japan.
Japanese Language Proficiency
2010 | N2 Level Proficiency
N2 Proficiency Criteria:
The ability to understand Japanese used in everyday situations, and in a variety of circumstances to a certain degree.
Reading
One is able to read materials written clearly on a variety of topics, such as articles and commentaries in newspapers and magazines as well as simple critiques, and comprehend their contents. One is also able to read written materials on general topics and follow their narratives as well as understand the intent of the writers.
Listening
One is able to comprehend orally presented materials such as coherent conversations and news reports, spoken at nearly natural speed in everyday situations as well as in a variety of settings, and is able to follow their ideas and comprehend their contents. One is also able to understand the relationships among the people involved and the essential points of the presented materials.
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INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
