International Relations Graduate Pathway Program
The IR Graduate Pathway Program is a 9 unit program that provides pre-matriculated international graduate students with the opportunity to earn units toward their degree while improving their English language and academic skills over 1-2 semesters through a mix of graduate academic credit courses, English for Academic Purposes courses, and Academic Support courses. The curriculum addresses the Pre-admission (Level 1) Written English Proficiency (WEP) requirement, enabling students to develop writing skills and critically examine relevant literature. The program focuses on acquiring advanced academic skills, including research methodologies and emphasizes the development of cross-cultural competence for success in an American university and relevant social and professional environments.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Upon completion of the Graduate-Level Certificate Program, students will demonstrate Level One (entry) Written English Proficiency aligning with standards set forth by the university, department, and program; developed writing proficiency within the context of the particular discipline, and develop ability to critically examining the literature relevant to each discipline.
- This certificate program ensures that students develop and demonstrate the advanced academic skills necessary for success in graduate-level academic; develop advanced skills, including research methodologies, as well as the specific conventions of their chosen discipline.
- This certificate program ensures that students develop cross-cultural competence necessary for graduate level success in an American university as well as in relevant social and professional environments.
International Relations Graduate Pathway Program - 9 units
Core (6 units)
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 670 | Writing for Graduate Studies in the Liberal and Creative Arts | 3 |
| I R 705 | Get Ready for a Career in International Relations | 2 |
| I R 709 | Colloquium in International Relations | 1 |
Elective (3 units)
Select one course in the range from I R 730 - I R 749.