Jul 24, 2025  
2025-2026 Academic Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Roadmap: Global Studies, BA


The following roadmap is a sample advising map to complete the degree program in four years. Please consult your MyPlanner and major advisor as you develop your individualized academic plan. Students must have completed 60+ units in order to enroll in GE UD courses.

*Courses marked with an asterisk may be taken in a different semester than listed.

Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4

Year 1


Fall Semester (14 units)


Spring Semester (16 units)


Year 2


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (15 units)


Year 3


Fall Semester (15 units)


Spring Semester (15 units) (Recommend Study Abroad)


Year 4


Fall Semester (15 units)


  • SOCI 116 - Global Society  3 unit(s)
  • Major Area 2: Global Development Course 3 unit(s)*
  • Major Area 3: Global Security & Technology Course 3 unit(s)*
  • Minor Course 3 unit(s)*
  • University Elective - Lower or Upper Division 3 unit(s)*

Spring Semester (15 units)


Roadmap Notes:


*Courses marked with an asterisk may be taken in a different semester than listed.

Lower division courses should generally be taken in years 1-2, and upper division courses in years 3-4. Students must have completed 60+ units in order to enroll in Upper Division GE courses. Students should work with an academic advisor to create an individual roadmap using the MyPlanner tool.

A minimum of 120 units is required for this degree.