Global Studies

About the Program

Global Studies—an Interdisciplinary Approach to our Interconnectedness

Global Studies is an interdisciplinary program designed to increase understanding about the processes of globalization and their impacts on societies, cultures, and environments around the world. Students will understand critical concepts- like the value of international infrastructure and global citizenship, as well as the idea that what is a seemingly inconsequential action, like buying a T-shirt, actually has a domino effect that creates many ripples across continents. The program provides students with knowledge about critical issues that affect their lives and community, as well as the affairs of other communities around the world. An understanding of the increasing interdependence of the world's social, political, and economic systems will give students a strong foundation for working in a global economy and for making intelligent decisions as global citizens!

Take GLST 1- Introduction to Global Studies online this Fall Quarter!

You'll gain an interdisciplinary view of globalization and its impacts through an examination of social, cultural, political, economic, and environmental contexts. The course emphasizes the interdependence and connections between global institutions, populations, and individuals.

Now available as an Honors course!

GLST 2 - Global Issues will be offered on campus this Fall Quarter!

Join us to explore the issues currently facing humanity from an interdisciplinary perspective!

For details to register, see the Global Studies schedule of classes.

Travel to Costa Rica in Spring 2026 with Global Studies, Anthropology, & Biology!!

Did you know that you can study abroad in Costa Rica in Spring 2026 and earn Global Studies credit? Applications are open but space is limited so sign up soon! For more information visit the Costa Rica Spring 2026 Study Abroad page or contact Prof. Kathryn Maurer at maurerkathryn@fhda.edu.

Career Paths for Global Studies Majors

CAREER PATH	TYPE OF JOBS
Business & Finance	Banking and Investment Entrepreneurship Logistics & Trade Translation International Aid
Education	Language Instruction Accessible Education Exchange Programs International Schools
Entertainment & Leisure	International Marketing Translation Travel and Aviation
Government	International Aid Translation Advocacy, Activism in Human Rights, Labor, etc. Embassies and Consulates Law and Policy Peace Corps
Health, Social and Economic Well-Being	Health Access Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) Doctors without Borders Translation International Aid

Earn an AA-T in Global Studies

Select program map for a possible schedule that fulfills program and college requirements.

For program requirements and full course listings, view degrees and certificate information.

Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree

Global Studies, AA-T Program Map

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Division Office Contacts

BUSINESS & SOCIAL SCIENCES DIVISION

Aaron Korngiebel, Division Dean
Email: korngiebelaaron@fhda.edu

Business & Social Sciences Division

Student Perspectives

Global Studies at Foothill College introduced me to several different academic disciplines. The opportunities it provided also helped me to discover new life and career pathways that I hadn't considered before. Anthropology, political science, economics, art history, communications, and foreign language are only some of the areas I was fortunate enough to have amazing experiences in!

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As I continue down my career path in international policy research and eventually international law, I will always remain thankful to Foothill's Global Studies department for giving me the chance to succeed and grow, especially as a person with an even wider perspective of the situations we all face today. I would absolutely recommend the major to anyone. Broaden your horizons!

~ Abigail Manalese