International and Cross Cultural Studies, Bachelor of Arts
This major prepares students to work and live among diverse communities around the world and within the United States. The coursework provides students with a clear and holistic perspective on the different influences that shape and define cultures. The major is designed for students interested in missionary work, diplomatic service positions, international teaching opportunities, work with world outreach or relief organizations or with refugee and immigrant programs within the United States.
The international and cross cultural studies major leads to a bachelor of arts degree, and requires 52 credits from seven departments and participation in a CCCU off-campus, non-USA semester studying abroad.
International and Cross Cultural Studies Major Requirements
Core Courses
Two of the following:
Two of the following:
Two courses in foreign language study above the 100 level such as the following:
Students who complete FREN 101 and FREN 102 may take six credits of FREN 399 Independent study in French culture.
Three to four of the six language credits can be waived if the student studies in Costa Rica, China, Russia, Middle East, GOED or another accredited program in a non-English speaking country as long as they are taking a foreign language course within the off-campus program requirements.
Semester Abroad (16 cr)
Courses taken during the semester abroad may be substituted for required on campus coursework which will reduce the total number of credits required for the major.
| INTERNATIONAL AND CROSS CULTURAL STUDIES REQUIREMENTS AT A GLANCE |
| Type of Credit |
Required Credits |
| General Education (For B.A.)* |
46 |
| Major |
52 |
| Elective |
28 |
| Total Credits to Earn Degree |
126 |
| *Based on students arriving as first time freshmen. Some general education requirements are met through required major courses. This reduces the number of required general education credits. |