International Relations is an interdisciplinary major emphasizing the systematic study of political and economic relations between governments and people in different states, as well as comparisons across different political and economical systems. Students must also understand the historical and geographical basis for current international relationships.

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Designed to prepare students for careers and advanced study in the specialized field of Asia not provided by a major in one department. Asian Studies students acquire working competence in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or another approved Asian language; a broad knowledge of Asian civilization; and a more specialized knowledge in an academic discipline.

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Latin American Studies provides a multidisciplinary approach to university study through the languages, cultures, and history of Latin America. Students learn skills in perceptive reading, analytical thinking, and clear and forceful writing in courses from BYU's various academic departments: anthropology, Spanish and Portuguese, political science, sociology, history, etc.

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Combining advanced-language experience with study in humanities, social science, and/or business, European Studies courses are taught by European experts from across a variety of BYU’s academic departments. Courses are intended to develop skills in analytical thinking, methods of interpretation, perceptive reading, competent writing, as well as an in-depth understanding of European affairs.

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Students majoring in Middle East Studies/Arabic combine the depth and disciplinary strength of Arabic-language ability with the breadth of area knowledge of the Middle East. They also gain a strong background in modern Middle East history, politics, geography, cultures, and religion.

 

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Requires 21–23 hours of coursework.

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Requires 20–36 hours of coursework.

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Requires 18–34 hours of coursework.

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Requires 19 hours of coursework.

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