The Global Studies (BA) at Wilfrid Laurier University is designed for intellectually curious students eager to understand and address the complex issues shaping our interconnected world. You will explore critical challenges such as armed conflict, refugee crises, environmental change, and human rights, gaining a nuanced perspective on how individuals, communities, and governments respond. This undergraduate degree offers a flexible curriculum, allowing you to tailor your studies through various concentrations like Culture and Globalization, International Development, or Peace and Conflict, preparing you for impactful engagement in a globalised society.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelors Degree is studied over four years, providing a comprehensive and immersive learning experience. You will engage with foundational first-year courses like "Introduction to Global Studies" and "Mapping Global Studies," alongside upper-year electives such as "UN Sustainable Development Goals" and "Global Migrations, Refugees and Diasporas." The program encourages interdisciplinary thinking and offers specialized options like the Social Entrepreneurship Option. You will graduate with a robust academic foundation and the critical analytical skills necessary to pursue diverse career paths in international affairs, non-profit organizations, government, or further academic study.