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Program Details
Engage in the academic study of religion and become literate in the history and contemporary development of the world’s diverse religious traditions. Explore how religion informs identities and shapes power relations in different societies around the world. Gain insight into the ways people use religion to find meaning and forge communities in an increasingly interconnected world.
Language Requirement
The BGInS program features a second-language requirement that can be taken, for example in Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and/or American Sign Language. Students may also take other languages at other institutions of higher education with prior approval.
International Experience Requirement
The BGInS program features an international experience requirement as an integral part of the program. The options for fulfilling this requirement include: studying abroad under one of Carleton’s international exchange agreements, undertaking an international internship, completing a Carleton University course abroad, or taking our international group project course at Carleton.
Work Experience
A Co-op option is available. Co-op is the opportunity to get a head start on a career. Co-op work terms allow for the development of key employability skills, exploration of career options and graduation with tangible, workplace experience.
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Career Outcomes
Explore your passions, refine new skills and discover the career that’s right for you.
The critical skills gained from BGInS will prepare you for a wide variety of careers.
Sample Careers
- Administration
- Advocacy
- Business
- Civil Service
- Conservation
- Consulting
- Diplomacy
- Education
- Finance
- Foreign Service
- Government
- International Development
- International Relations
- Journalism
- Law
- Lobbying
- Media
- Museums and Historical Sites
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Non-Profit Sector
- Policy Analysis
- Politics
- Polling
- Public Service
- Research
- Teaching
- Tourism
Sample Courses
GINS 1000 - Global History
Introduction to political, social, cultural, economic and military developments in global and international history.
RELI 1741 - Global Religions: Identity and Community
An introduction to major issues in the study of religion in global contexts, drawing on historical and contemporary examples.
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Global and International Studies allowed me to explore various aspects of global issues while honing my communication skills. I worked on a project with an international NGO based out of Italy that made direct impact to the local communities. My international experience allowed me to engage with various stakeholders from Nairobi, Nigeria, Germany, Italy and many other surrounding regions focusing on advocacy. I worked on communication strategies to raise awareness about providing education for immigrants, refugees and those living in war-torn countries — an opportunity that had opened many doors for me. It was incredibly rewarding to apply the theoretical knowledge gained in my program to real-world issues and make a tangible impact. Being exposed to diverse perspectives and global issues enhanced my cultural competence and adaptability, preparing me for a wide range of future career opportunities in fields such as international relations, journalism or public relations and stakeholder engagement.
