Undergraduate
Curriculum
Further the esteemed SIS professor’s lifelong mission by delving into the realms of peace, conflict resolution, and interfaith dialogue.
Undergraduate
Curriculum
Embark on advanced research and fieldwork in international studies starting your sophomore year at SIS.
Undergraduate
Research
Lead and coordinate an educational exchange day for students focusing on international affairs research.
Undergraduate/Graduate
Career Preparation
Engage with alumni mentors throughout an academic year to enhance career skills and professional aspirations.
Undergraduate/Graduate
Career Preparation
Participate in trips to meet professionals, explore various organizations, and prepare for professional environments.
Undergraduate/Graduate
Career Preparation
Shadow an alum for a day, gaining insights by observing daily operations, attending meetings, and assisting with organizational events.
Graduate
Global Exposure
Enroll in programs enabling graduate students to pursue dual Master’s degrees from two different universities in two countries within a two-year timeframe.
Undergraduate/Graduate
Global Exposure
Achieve a joint Bachelor of Arts degree in global international relations offered by AU and Ritsumeikan University in Japan.
Graduate
Global Exposure
Experience the dedicated teaching, research, and service focused on fostering a peaceful world at UPEACE in Costa Rica.
Graduate
Global Exposure
Prepare for leadership roles in governmental bodies, NGOs, multinational corporations, and international financial institutions through KUGSIS.
Undergraduate
Service Learning/Student Leadership
Accelerate academic progress and engage in community service as a cohort during the first year.
Undergraduate
Service Learning/Student Leadership
The Honors program caters to intellectually curious juniors and seniors seeking additional academic challenges.
Undergraduate
Research
Lead and organize an educational exchange day showcasing international affairs student research.
Undergraduate
Research
Participate in conferences to present research findings and engage in scholarly discussions within the AU community.
Undergraduate/Graduate
Global Exposure
Access internship opportunities at international organizations facilitated by SIS.
Undergraduate
Global Exposure
Immerse in courses alongside peers from around the globe and fully integrate into student life at the host institution.
Graduate
Global Exposure
Engage in summer courses and complete integration into student life at the host institution.
Graduate
Global Exposure
Spend a semester attending courses and fully integrating into student life at the host institution.
Graduate
Service Learning/Student Leadership
Engage in the JIS editorial process for peer mentorship, research dissemination, and professional skill enhancement.
Graduate
Service Learning/Student Leadership
Participate in the GSC to represent and address the needs of AU SIS Graduate Students.
Undergraduate
Service Learning/Student Leadership
Collaborate with SIS students and faculty through the Council to advocate for and establish programs benefiting the SIS student community.
Graduate
Career Preparation
Participate in intensive weekend workshops focusing on essential professional skills for international affairs careers.
Graduate
Career Preparation
Work in teams for a semester conducting policy and program analyses for external clients.
Undergraduate/Graduate
Career Preparation
Gain practical experience through for-credit internships at local organizations.
Graduate
Curriculum
Undertake a capstone course where students develop a portfolio addressing contemporary international affairs challenges.
Graduate
Curriculum
Conduct an independent research project integrating field knowledge into a scholarly endeavor.
Undergraduate
Curriculum
Acquire essential research skills through the methods & methodology course sequence to conduct independent research effectively.