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Interdisciplinary Global Studies
Certificate
Program Number: 901401CERT
Credits: 15
Area of Study: Law, Protective and Human Services
Estimated Program Cost:
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Overview
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 15 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) and the 2-credit Global Studies Capstone project. Language study is a mandatory component of the certificate but can only total eight credits out of 15. 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.
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
Explore financial aid eligibility for this certificate.
For more information, please contact Mary Haight at (608) 246-6471 or MHaight@madisoncollege.edu.
Admission
To Apply
View the admission requirements for application deadlines, materials and requirements.
- Review the admission checklist to learn how to apply to a program or certificate at Madison College.
- Attend an Advising, Application, Information & More (AAIM) Session to get started in the admission process.
- Visit MATC to learn more about the Madison College experience, including campus tours and program open houses.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at MATC.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or (608) 246-6210.
Curriculum
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2020-2021 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current program students (including newly admitted), go directly to your Degree Progress Report (also referred to as an Advising Report or Academic Requirements) to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your report, please see Advising Services.
15 credits minimum to complete the certificate by satisfying all the requirements as defined.World Language Requirement (3-8 credits)Internationalized Courses Requirement (5-10 credits)In combination with the language, study abroad, and capstone requirements, complete additional courses to bring the certificate to a total of 15 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 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, contact the Center for International Education.Global Studies Capstone Project RequirementAs part of enrollment in an approved study abroad experience, certificate students need to consult with the certificate advisor to prepare for the required Global Studies Capstone project.An Honors version of the capstone course may be taken to satisfy the requirement. The requirement will be met with the 2-credit course. Additionally, the 3-credit course would also satisfy the requirement. Students must meet the honors eligibility requirements. For more information, see the Honors Program page (https://madisoncollege.edu/honors).Transfer Partnerships
There are currently no Transfer Partnerships for this program. Review our Transfer Opportunities page for information on all Madison College transfer options.
Outcomes
After completing the Interdisciplinary Global Studies certificate at Madison Area Technical College, you will be knowledgable 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.