MAJOR WORKSHEET COURSE DESCRIPTIONS DEGREE PLANNER

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SPRING 2026 COURSES PAST COURSES

SUMMER 2026 COURSES

Session A     Session C 		COURSE PETITION

Global Studies Courses 2026-27 Offerings

Core courses are typically offered once per academic year. Travel Study is required for majors, but students who are unable to meet this requirement should meet with the advising office to explore available options.

*I A STD 195CE is an optional internship course that fulfills the capstone requirement for majors. Students are responsible for securing their own internships.

**GLBL ST 191 is restricted to seniors only.

Subject to change

Fall 26 Winter 27 Spring 27 Summer 27

Major Application Due

GLBL ST 1 (5 units)
Shaina Potts

GLBL ST 102 (5 units)
Maggie Peters

GLBL ST 160 (4 units)
Chris Wegemer

GLBL ST 191** (4 units)
Shaina Potts

GLBL ST 1 (5 units)
Tejas Parasher

GLBL ST 103 (5 units)
Eric Min

GLBL ST 160 (4 units)
Dov Waxman

GLBL ST 191** (4 units)
Hannah Appel

*I A STD 195CE (4 units)

GLBL ST 104 (5 units)
Adina Matisoff

GLBL ST 160 (4 units)
Rebecca Feinberg

GLBL ST 191** (4 units)
Tejas Parasher

*I A STD 195CE (4 units)

GLBL ST 1 (5 units)

GLBL ST 110A/113AD (5 units)

GLBL ST 110B/113BD (5 units)

*I A STD 195CE (4 units)

MINOR REQUIREMENTS

 

MINOR WORKSHEET COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

Enrollment Tips Declare the Minor

At least 20 units of the minor (upper and lower division) must be exclusive to the minor.

SPRING 2026

Courses with * will show up on DAR in March

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PAST COURSES

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SUMMER 2026 COURSES

Session A Session C

Summer Travel

PETITION (Updated)

Study abroad courses and UC/Non-UC courses

Petition for Committee Review

2026-27 CORE COURSE OFFERINGS

Core courses are offered once a year. Global Studies 1 is usually only offered Fall and Summer, and tentatively Winter for AY 26-27.

Subject to change

Fall 26 Winter 27 Spring 27 Summer

GLBL ST 1 (5 units)
Shaina Potts

GLBL ST 102 (5 units)
Maggie Peters

GLBL ST 160 (4 units)
Chris Wegemer - elective

GLBL ST 1 (5 units)
Tejas Parasher

GLBL ST 103 (5 units)
Eric Min

GLBL ST 160 (4 units)
Dov Waxman - elective

GLBL ST 104 (5 units)
Adina Matisoff

GLBL ST 160 (4 units)
Rebecca Feinberg - elective

GLBL ST 1

GLBL ST 140

GLBL ST 141

GLBL ST 188A

Optional Travel Study

Fulfill 2 UD courses for minor

Locations vary (Europe and Asia)

Choose ONE option during senior year to fulfill the senior capstone requirement

1. One Quarter of Independent Research (Glbl St 199)

Independent research on a topic of your choice with assistance from a faculty mentor. Potential faculty can be only Professors, Associate/Assistant Professors, or Emeritus. Lecturers, adjunct, and visiting instructors are not allowed. Check with our office. Commitment: 6-8 hours per week.

NEW SUMMER COURSE: Glbl St 188A:  Social Science Research Methods and Analysis, can also be used for this requirement. This course does not require any of the steps below. Students can simply enroll in this course.

Step 1: TOPIC SELECTION

 

Step 2: ADVISOR SEARCH

  • Search for a Faculty Advisor  (Adjunct Professors are not allowed. Check instructor's title HERE), preferably faculty you've had classes with before. If interested in a world region, search for faculty on the Intl Institute Centers by region of expertise.
  • Contact faculty with a brief summary of your research topic and request. 

 

Step 3: ENROLL IN Glbl St199 (no later than Week 1)

  • Once Faculty advisor has agreed to assist you, ask them to submit Faculty Form by Wed of week 1 of term of enrollment
  • To be enrolled, submit signed contract by email (idps@international.ucla.edu) by Wed of week 1 of term of enrollment. Contract must include a short paragraph with your research topic/question and explains what you are trying to answer.
 Glbl St 199 Assignments
 Wk 1  Enroll in Glbl St Capstone Course Website (sample papers, FAQ's and more)
Wk 1&2  Attend two Undergraduate Research Center Cornerstone Research Series Workshops by week 2 of term  of enrollment
Wk 2  Schedule bi-weekly meeting with your advisor to receive periodic feedback on your paper
Wk 2-10          Spend 10-12 hrs/wk completing assigned readings, writing  and meeting with advisor (this is a 4-unit course)
Wk 10  Submit 10-15 final paper and proof of attendance to workshops to GS advising office to receive credit for capstone. Must submit final paper to faculty advisor to receive grade.
   

 

2. One Quarter of Internship Experience

Students find their own internship OR participate in a UCLA-sponsored program listed below AND enroll in I A STD 195CE to receive credit.


  International students should consult the Dashew Center prior to beginning their internship research process*

 Eligibility  
  •  Senior standing (135 units or more) and complete at least one core course (Glbl St 102, 103, or 104).
  • Internships sites and duties must be related to globalization and address issues that involve crossing international borders.
  • Internship must be a min of 80 hours and 8 weeks during a quarter. On campus internships are not eligible. See additional eligibility HERE
     

Internship Search       

  

Search for internships (process can take at least 5-7 months). Some federal internships require applications 1 year prior.

  • Glbl St Capstone Bruinlearn: previously approved Glbl St internships and FAQs
  • Internationally focused companies and orgs listed on our Career tab
  • Create UCLA Handshake account to search for internships
  • UC Sponsored Internships (see list below)

 


 
 195 CE Enrollment    
  •  PETITION internship as early as during interview process. Petition Form takes two weeks processing.
  • Enroll in I A STD 195CE course by following these STEPS once your internship is secured and approved.
 

UC-Sponsored Internship Programs

The programs below offer internship options that may fulfill the GS capstone requirement. Students must submit a petition form to check  internship eligibility prior to starting their internships and enroll in an internship course (I A STD 195CE or equivalent) while participating in these programs. 

UC Center Sacramento (UCCS) 

 UCLA Quarter in Washington (UCDC) 

UCEAP Internship Programs  

D.C. Fellows Summer in Washington Program 

UCLA Global Internship Program

 

UCEAP courses for Travel Study Requirement

Global Studies majors are required to fulfill the study abroad requirement through our Global Studies Travel Program. Alternatively, students may petition to satisfy this with two UCEAP courses or complete the requirement domestically. See Travel Study Tab below for information about petitioning. 

UCEAP courses for Glbl St electives

Please see UCEAP tab below for petitioning process and pre-approved courses from major and minor electives.

 

Travel Study +

SUMMER Global Studies Summer Travel Study (REQUIRED for Majors)

 

Scholarships Available

 
  • THE HAGUE | The Global Governance of International Human Rights (Pre-requisites STRONGLY recommended as the program is academically rigorous and challenging)
  • PARIS | Global Challenges in Postcolonial France  Not Offered in 2026 Summer
  • SINGAPORE | Business and Leadership
                                                  

Petitioning UCEAP as substitute for Glb St Travel Study Programs:
UCEAP courses should focus on the region you are visiting (preferably the country) within a global context. Topics such as cultural exchanges, immigration, colonization, war, conflict, international cooperation, trade, and international business/markets. Courses solely focused on domestic/within country issues will not be approved.

Deadline to submit petition for approval: December 2nd of the term you are applying to the major.

Students may enroll in UCEAP before courses are approved

Criteria

  •  Fall, Winter, and Spring Programs are accepted.
  •  No more than 4 courses can be petitioned at a time. 2 courses are required
  • Syllabi must be included, which can be found on the MyUCEAP catalog
  • If courses are denied, 4 additional courses may be submitted by December 18th
  • Students must be enrolled in the UCEAP program by January 5th.
  • Failure to meet requirements by the deadline will require students to enroll in one of the Global Studies travel study or will make them ineligible for the Glbl St major
  • These rules are final, and no exceptions are granted

Petition HERE! 

 

 

Open to ALL MAJORS

  • 10 UCLA graded units (two classes)
  • All programs are taught in English (there are no language prerequisites).
  • 3-4 week-long summer programs
  • Financial aid might cover part of the cost, check with Financial Aid office for details.  
  • Registration begins on November 24. To register, visit the IEO website

     
    ** DACA/undocumented students who are not able to participate in travel study may fulfill this requirement domestically. Please meet with a Global Studies counselor to explore your options. 

UC Education Abroad Program (EAP) +

Summer, semester and year-long programs in 42 countries. Take a Virtual World Tour to explore available locations! Many offer internships, research, and volunteer opportunities. Financial Aid available.  

 

Approval Process (this process is for GS electives, not for Travel Study Requirement)

  1. Check deadlines ahead of time and choose a program
  2. Use database below to search for pre-approved courses for Global Studies*
  3. Email course descriptions for pre-approval (allow 2 weeks for review): send 5-6 descriptions of courses dealing with globalization to the GS advising office. 
  4. GS major applicants must apply to a EAP program or register in travel study to be eligible for the major.
  5. Submit official petitions upon your return. Courses must be 4 units and Upper Division
  6.  *See College Website for College GE requirements

 

GET STARTED

See Checklist here

PRE-APPROVED EAP COURSES

See Database here

 

Visit the UCLA International Education Office for a complete list of programs.

 

Quarter in Washington (UCDC) +

The UCLA Quarter in Washington Program allows you to intern in Washington, DC while taking classes related to politics, policy, and social issues that fulfill GS major requirements. Please Note: Participants will be completing two in-person courses in Washington, DC. 
The following courses are approved to fulfill GS major requirements. 
  • M194DC: Immigration Law and Policy (Approved for Governance and Conflict), as long as the paper focuses on globalization. Students must have the paper topic pre-approved. 
  • M194 DC: Power and Purpose: Understanding U.S. Foreign Policy: Approved for Governance and Conflict requirement
  • M194DC: American Foreign Policy Theory and Practice: Approved for Governance and Conflict requirement
Students may petition other seminars that relate to globalization and deal with issues that involve crossing international borders.
 
  • Can be petitioned for GS Senior Capstone:
    • Submit a petition to get approval for internship before starting the program. Internship must relate to globalization and deal with issues that involve crossing international borders. 
    • Send email to GS office by Week 6 of the quarter in Washington with your book selection  (the book has to address Global Studies issues) and by Finals Week: Final Washington Experience Reflection, which must address globalization
 

Apply now for the 2025-2026 school year

Deadline to apply: Monday, Week 2 of Fall Quarter

 

 

 

WHY DO HONORS

  • Spend 2-3 quarters researching a topic on globalization you are passionate about
  • Individual mentorship from a UCLA faculty member
  • Departmental Honors recognition on diploma and transcript 
  • Strengthen research skills for graduate school and career
  • Satisfy your Senior Capstone Requirement

ELIGIBILITY

  • Be officially declared as an GS major
  • Completion of GS courses: (GS 102, 103, and 104)
  • Minimum 3.5 GPA for all upper division GS courses
  • Requirements and expectations can be found on our Honors Booklet below.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Fall: Glbl St 199 (optional)- Literature Review & 2 Workshops
  • Winter: Glbl St 199A- Outline/First Draft
  • Spring: Glbl St 199B- Final 35-50 Page Thesis

RESEARCH QUESTION

A good research question is not descriptive but explanatory-that is, it will produce explanations not descriptions or summaries. For example, rather than, “what is a slum?”, it should could be something more like “How do slums perpetuate racial inequality in Brazil?”

NEED HELP?

  1. Check thesis samples and previous faculty advisors
  2. Workshop (narrowing down your topic, finding sources, organizing information, etc.)
  3. Complete this worksheet to start narrowing down your topic
  4. Global Studies Library Resource Guide: Find journals and sources for your thesis.
  5. Make an appointment with our Global Studies Librarian: Joseph Yue, joseph.yue@library.ucla.edu

 

 

APPLICATION FORM AND GUIDELINES

Honors Guidelines Booklet Application (gmail account required)  
Faculty Form 
 

 

SAMPLE HONORS THESES

Past GS Theses  Writing Assistance

 

 

WRITING ASSISTANCE

OFF-CAMPUS VPN ACCESS INSTRUCTIONS 

These are also available on the WI+RE website, and on the Library's YouTube channel!

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Visit the UCLA Center for Scholarships and Enrichment for additional assistance

STUDY ABROAD FUNDING

All Regions

Asia

Europe

Program-Specific Aid

Students studying abroad through programs below are eligible for funding.

General Study Abroad Scholarship Sites

  • UCLA Summer Travel Study Scholarships & Other Scholarship Opportunities
  • UCLA Scholarship Resource Center-Study Abroad Scholarships
    Search for scholarships, grants, & fellowships. Located at 233 Covel Commons. For more information, call (310) 206-2875
  • Studyabroad.com
    Forum on Financial Aid-Sources and Tips for Study Abroad Funding
  • UCLA Career Center Lab & UCLA Library
    There are numerous books available that highlight financial aid for specific programs and destinations. Here are a few to look into:
    • Financial Aid for Study Abroad by Gail Ann Schlachter and R. David Weber.
    • Work, Study, Travel Abroad: The Whole World Handbook, Council on International Educational Exchange.
    • Financial aid for research and creative activities abroad, Reference Service uclPress.
    • Financial aid for study and training abroad, Reference Service Press.
    • Financial resources for international study: a guide for U.S. nationals, Institution of International Education.

INTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS

RESEARCH AWARDS

UCLA Undergraduate Research Center Awards:

  • Travel Grants
    Funding for presenting a paper at a regional / national conference
  • UCLA Undergraduate Research Fellows Program
    2-quarter (Winter and Spring) research project / honors thesis
  • UCLA Undergraduate Research Scholars Program (URSP)
    Completion of Honors Thesis or 199 project during senior year

UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS

  • UndocuBruins Fellowship Program: a fellowship program that ensures all students, regardless of immigration status, have the opportunity to receive financial support and achieve their educational and professional goals. Application closes August 29th, 2022.
  • Mariposa Achivement Project (MAP) Scholarship: MAP Scholarship was created to support undocumented students cover the cost of academic materials. Application will close on September 23, 2022.

Summer Research Opportunities

 

Major/Minor Academic Advising

We strive to provide students with holistic and comprehensive support through one-on-one advising, workshops, and events. Students are encouraged to work in partnership with their college advisor, major advisor, and other campus units to maximize their time at UCLA and make a positive impact both during and after their college careers as informed and responsible global citizens.

Global Studies & IDS Advisor Sandy Valdivieso

Sandy Valdivieso

Global Studies & IDS Advisor Liz Alvarez

Liz Alvarez

Advisors Can Assist You With

• Thoughtful academic and professional planning
• Exploration of research opportunities
• Guidance on internship opportunities and experiences abroad
• Helping you connect your major to your academic, career, and personal goals
• Clarifying the scope and requirements of the major or minor

College Counseling can assist with questions regarding major exploration, GE/IGETC requirements, Course Add/Drop Petitions, Degree Plan Contracts, college-specific requirements, holds, graduation checks, probation status, readmission, and more.

Registrar's Office questions may include registration, fees, enrollment, transcripts, and other student records services.

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Contact us with questions regarding major or minor requirements, research, internships, study abroad, and more. Please include your full name and UID in all emails. Allow approximately 2 business days for a response.

idps@international.ucla.edu

Virtual/In-Person Appointments

Appointments are available for current UCLA students only. If you are not currently a UCLA student, please email us instead. Our offices are located in Bunche Hall. Students should come prepared with questions and review our website prior to their appointment.

Appointments will be canceled if a student does not arrive (online or in person) within 5 minutes of the scheduled appointment time.

MY.UCLA APPOINTMENT SCHEDULER

NOTE: Missing an appointment or canceling within two hours of the scheduled appointment time may impact a student’s ability to schedule future appointments.