European Studies Major (EUS)
European Studies is an interdisciplinary program designed to give students a comprehensive view of Europe, past and present, from a variety of perspectives. This program provides a solid grounding in the liberal arts and is excellent preparation for advanced study in graduate or professional school. Majors are encouraged to study abroad.
A student completing the European Studies major will demonstrate:
- Knowledge of the key factors shaping European history and culture;
- Awareness of the variety of cultural influences that shape European society including (but not limited to) such fields as art, politics, literature, religion, and philosophy;
- The capacity to produce written and oral analysis of aspects of European culture;
- Communication skill in a European language in addition to English.
Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Program Contact: Professor Cliff Wargelin
No minor required.
Students majoring in European Studies must choose one track.
| Core Courses | 9 hours |
| Required Course Selections | 12 hours |
| Group 1 | |
| Group 2 | |
| Tracks | 15 hours |
| French Track | |
| German Track | |
| Spanish Track | |
| Elective Courses | 15 hours |
| Total | 51 |
Core Courses
Required Course Selections
Group 1
Select three hours/one course:
Group 2
Select nine hours/three course:
Tracks
Select courses from one track.
French Track
Complete the following plus nine hours of additional French courses at the 300–400 level.
German Track
Complete the following plus twelve hours of approved independent study or study abroad.
Spanish Track
Complete the following plus six additional hours of Spanish courses at the 300–400 level.
Elective Courses
Select five courses:
Students may also complete the following for Electives credit:
- A second world language (French, German, Greek, Latin, or Spanish)
- Any Topics, Study Abroad, or other course with a significant European focus, subject to approval.