European Studies ,Certificate
Brexit, Democracy, EU, Immigration, Kremlin, Ukraine, World War
The pressing issues facing Europe today reveal its tremendous diversity and the globalizing elements that invite investigation. When you understand complex European relations and dynamics in the past and present, you'll stand out as a globally informed leader with critical thinking and communication skills.
The European studies certificate program provides you with a broad overview of European countries, including their natural environment and their cultural, demographic, economic and political characteristics.
In the program, you focus on the interconnectedness of European politics, religious diversity, ethnicities, socioeconomic justice and sustainable solutions. The program also develops your ability to analyze the historical development of the region and its exchanges with other world cultures.
You analyze what it has meant to be European in the past, how the concept has shifted in a globalized world, and how that knowledge can be applied to contemporary political and cultural debates as well as to professional opportunities in the region.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Tempe
2026-2027 Catalog Year
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The certificate in European Studies requires 15 upper-division credit hours. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be completed through The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search. Only courses completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better may be applied toward the certificate requirements. |
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GCU 325 Geography of Europe
(GCSI)
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POS 352 European Democracies
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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SLC 429 Studies in European Literature and Culture
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ENG 429 Studies in European Literature and Culture
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CEL 429 Studies in European Literature and Culture
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THE 429 Studies in European Literature and Culture
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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6 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 6 |
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Independent Study with Area Expert: Internship: Professional Seminar: Students select a Capstone Experience in consultation with the European Studies coordinator and academic advisor. Credit earned on a study abroad program in a European country may count toward the capstone with coordinator and advisor approval.
3 Credit Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Analyze the historical and contemporary borders of Europe and its sub-regions.
- Communicate research findings on a topic of European studies in an oral presentation using visual materials.
Graduates with a certificate in European studies are attractive to employers looking for people who are aware of international cultural differences and the role of history and politics in current decision-making, and who can easily process information in a globalized world. Graduates may choose to pursue careers in international business, international relations, the nonprofit or government sector, tourism, hospitality or education.
School of International Letters and Cultures
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DH 131
silcadvising@asu.edu
480-965-6281
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