Hawaii Pacific Unviersity （ハワイパシフィック大学）

International Studies Major
（国際研究学専攻）

A major in International Studies prepares students to take their place as citizens of the world. The major allows students to appreciate cultures different from their own through a thorough examination of social norms and values. The multi-disciplinary approach aims at immersing students in various cultural contexts. Students also develop fluency in a second language by fulfilling the language requirement, and they can participate in exchange programs with sister universities in Australia, Asia, and Europe. This experience permits students to develop a more flexible perspective with which to better understand and evaluate the societies and institutions that make up the contemporary world. This intercultural perspective positions students for employment in firms, organizations, and agencies, such as nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), that have international clients or conduct international business. Many careers today demand that people’s knowledge and skills stretch beyond their own physical and cultural borders to deal with issues in a global context. The B.A. in International Studies has proven to be a successful undergraduate degree to meet global challenges as well as to prepare students for graduate programs and law schools.