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Program Overview
The Interdisciplinary Global Studies certificate is designed to integrate student learning across disciplines and programs and to foster connections between disciplinary learning, world languages, and study abroad experiences. This summative experience will have students earn a certificate to document their international experience and credentials.
The certificate requires a total of 14 credits in international coursework, to include at least three credits of world language study as well as an education abroad experience (or an approved equivalent experience). Language study is a mandatory component of the certificate but can only total eight credits out of 14. This results in competency in both international studies and world languages.
A wide range of options, including short term study abroad programs, is provided to meet the needs of community college students with family and work responsibilities. Alternatively, students with more flexible schedules can complete certificate requirements through a semester abroad experience. This certificate is designed for all students, including international students and students who may not be able to participate in a study abroad experience. Contact the advisor(s) for more information.
Program Details
Students earning the Global Studies certificate can attend full or part time.
Global Studies classes may be offered at these Madison College campuses:
- Madison - Truax
- Madison - South
- Reedsburg
- Portage
- Fort Atkinson
- Watertown
For more information, contact Felipe Moraga at 608.616.3394 or fmoraga1@madisoncollege.edu.
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
14 credits minimum to complete the certificate by satisfying all the requirements as defined.World Language Requirement (3-8 credits)As part of the certificate, all students are required to take at least 3 credits of a language that is not their native language. The college defines your "native language" as the language of instruction during your high school years.Internationalized Courses Requirement (6-11 credits)In combination with the language and study abroad experience, complete additional courses to bring the certificate to a total of 14 credits.Choose from courses as listed in the following disciplines: English Literature and Journalism History Music Natural Science Social and Behavioral Science Speech/Drama Art Other Disciplines Interdisciplinary HumanitiesEnglish Literature and JournalismHistoryMusicNatural ScienceSocial and Behavioral ScienceSpeech/DramaArtOther DisciplinesInterdisciplinary HumanitiesStudents must meet the honors eligibility requirements to register for the following Honors courses. For more information, see the Honors Program page (https://madisoncollege.edu/honors).Study Abroad ExperienceEvery student must complete one approved education abroad (or equivalent) experience, whether it is a short-term or long-term program. Some study abroad programs may also provide credits towards the certificate. To see a list of study abroad programs offered through Madison College, visit the Study Abroad Website (https://madisoncollege.edu/education-abroad). Students may inquire with the certificate advisor about the possibility of fulfilling this requirement through a service-learning experience. -
Admission
Earning a certificate is a great way to expand your skill set and add professionalism to your resume. Applications are always open, so apply today!
To Apply
There are no admission requirements for this certificate. Simply submit your application by the deadline for each term.
International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.Application Dates
Fall 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026
Spring 2027
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2027
Additional Notes
Certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid.
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
Get Started!
Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Interdisciplinary Global Studies career.
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Career Outcomes
After completing the Interdisciplinary Global Studies certificate at Madison Area Technical College, you will be knowledgeable in:
- Cultural Awareness: Demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to other cultures’ norms, practices and actions while at the same time recognizing, acknowledging and appreciating individual differences.
- Intercultural Communications: Communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse peoples in intercultural teams and work groups.
- World Languages: Speak and write in another language while recognizing and respecting the importance of language diversity (all languages) in global communication.
- International Travel: Exhibit preparedness/readiness for international travel, including the abilities to assess and respond to health and safety risks and adapt to unpredictable situations.
- Global Citizenship: Recognize self as a part of global culture by demonstrating awareness of the interdependence of global systems, understanding how the United States may be perceived worldwide, solving problems with multiple perspectives and variables, and making globally responsible decisions.
- Global Work Skills: Apply global perspectives to the workplace through the use of appropriate technology for international communication, the ability to collaborate with diverse co-workers, and the ability to adapt to variances between cultures in occupational processes, procedures and practices, and through recognizing the impact of the global economy on various occupations and professions.
