Student Resources

Your go-to destination for everything you need to succeed as a Global Studies major or minor. Whether you’re looking for academic resources, guidance on course selection, or answers to your program-related questions, we’ve got you covered. Explore helpful tools, connect with advisors, and access key materials designed to support you throughout your academic journey.

Academic Advising

Each Global Studies major works with their advisors to map out their major trajectory for their time at Providence College. Each major is given a four-year Learning Plan—a resources for students to plan all of their majors classes, concentration, study abroad/away, internships, and any other information they want on hand. Your advisor will review your learning plan in your advising sessions with you.

Global Studies majors are required to start or continue their study of a second (or third) language that would align with their academic goals and professional objectives.

• Six credits (two courses) at the advanced level (i.e., 200-level or higher-level courses) in a more commonly taught language (e.g., Spanish, French, Italian).
  • For less-commonly taught languages, this requirement is fulfilled with six credits at the beginner or intermediate levels (e.g., Arabic, Mandarin Chinese)
  • This proficiency can be fulfilled through completion of 6 credits in Sign Language.
  • Students whose native language is other than English (e.g., their K-12 education was not in English) demonstrate foreign language proficiency through their undergraduate studies at Providence College.
  • Providence College is a member of the AICU Rhode Island Language Consortium Program and students interested in languages not taught at the College can enroll in language courses in the associated institution.

Studying Abroad/Away

It is critical for global studies students to deepen their understanding of cultural and global issues by participating in a study abroad/study away cultural immersion experience. Majors are thus required to study abroad/study away for a semester or a full academic year with an approved program through the Center for Global Education. Because of our commitment to engaged learning, an internship, service-learning course, and/or community-based action research project is an integral component of each of the approved Global Studies Recognized Study Abroad/Study Away Programs. Students may apply to fulfill this requirement over the summer at an approved study away program.

Explore the Interdisciplinary World of Global Studies

Global Studies is an exciting and dynamic major that allows you to explore a wide range of disciplines, from Political Science and Sociology to Health Sciences, Business, and more. Many of our students choose to double major, broadening their academic and career horizons. If you’re curious about life as a Global Studies major at Providence College, our department administrator or the Admissions Office can connect you with current students who are eager to share their experiences. Dive into a world of possibilities and see how Global Studies can complement your passions!