Study a range of global issues from climate change and economic development to human rights and religious disputes. You'll start with a foundation in history, political science and economics to help you understand the roots of these issues from multiple angles. From there, you'll choose a concentration in an area you're most interested in. Choose from area studies, cross-cultural studies, international political economy, international political-military relations, peace studies or global sustainable development.
Round out your education with a semester abroad or in Washington, D.C., at Marquette's Les Aspin Center. Gain even more hands-on experience with internships, research and clubs. When you graduate, you’ll be equipped to use your knowledge and skills to promote peace, justice and sustainability across the globe — and be a changemaker in the international community.
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The ability to make significant positive change in the world requires knowing more than one area well. And since our College of Arts and Sciences is the most academically diverse college on campus, we're the perfect place to prepare for your role as a changemaker. So broaden your expertise by adding at least one additional major or minor to your degree — 73% of our students do.
Most of our international affairs graduates go directly into the workforce in various roles. Here’s where some of our recent graduates landed.
While you’re here at Marquette, preparing you for what’s next will be one of our top priorities. So, expect lots of learning by doing, connecting with others who share your passions, and reflecting on how you can Be The Difference.
International affairs majors have a wide breadth of career options. Explore the direction you'll take — and get valuable professional experience — with an internship. Internships can include working in a variety of professional settings, such as environmental and conservation nonprofit organizations, and educational, government and nonprofit policy and advocacy organizations. Our internship program is here to help you find the best option for you.
Because the international affairs major is interdisciplinary, you’ll have access to the expertise of several departments, including political science, history and economics. That means a wide range of faculty research to get involved in.
Here are just a few of the areas Marquette faculty and students are researching:
Become a people-centered leader guided by our Jesuit tradition. Join our E-Lead program sophomore year and you’ll complete a combination of leadership courses and experiences that prepare you to be the driver of innovation for the common good. You’ll develop the skill set to generate innovative solutions and the mindset to reflect on the impact your work has on the world. Bonus: You’ll graduate with a concentration in leadership, too.
Expand your international affairs education with a semester abroad. Study program course work at prestigious universities around the world. Other international opportunities are available for you through core courses, summer study, language study, faculty-led programs or research.
A Marquette education equips students to thrive professionally and personally through overall student support, career preparation and an extended family that can't wait to meet you. But don't just take our word for it.
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