The international studies minor exposes students to a range of international-focused courses across a breadth of disciplines, including government, communication, history, sociology, economics, English, and languages. The minor is a helpful addition for any student who would like a well-rounded international perspective to complement their major field of study.
Topics of Study
- world affairs
- international political economy
- intercultural communication
- Third World development
- international finance
- economic development
- contemporary African and Third World literature
- languages
- historical and comparative studies of world regions, including Latin America, Western Europe, and East Asia
A complete listing of Minor in International Studies required courses can be viewed on UT's online catalog.
Career Opportunities
The minor helps add a global outlook to a student’s education. With a relevant major (including history, government and world affairs, economics, English, languages, and more), a student could engage in any number of exciting international careers, including:
- staff position with international governmental and non-governmental organizations
- political risk analyst
- international lawyer
- international economist
- historian
- country analyst with U.S. federal government agencies
Experiential Learning Opportunities
- study abroad trips – led by faculty members – to locations such as Europe, Asia and Latin America
- presentations at local, state and national conferences on government and world affairs
- independent studies
- interaction with guest speakers, including ambassadors, high-level U.S. government officials, and global activists
