2024-25 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
    Oct 18, 2024  
2024-25 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook

Global Studies - Specialization, I.C.


The Global Studies Institutional Certificate is part of the Interdisciplinary Studies, A.A.   degree.  The specialization is designed to aid students in understanding the complex interrelationships between nations and their inhabitants. The program utilizes a cross disciplinary approach, encouraging students to embrace global issues from multiple perspectives. This certificate will provide a unifying framework to help students contribute to our increasingly interconnected world as responsible global citizens. It establishes a unique foundation for the pursuit of varied majors and careers, from liberal arts and social science to international business. 

Students may earn one Associate of Arts in one of the specializations. The specialization requirements must be completed in addition to the degree requirements. 

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Cost of Attendance: https://www.hccs.edu/applying-and-paying/tuition-calculator/

The credit totals are displayed in two key locations: 1. At the end of each semester: You’ll find the total number of credits for that specific semester. 2. At the end of the degree plan: The total number of credits for the entire degree program is listed at the bottom of the plan.

First Year


First Semester ‐ Fall


Semester Total: 16


Second Semester ‐ Spring


Semester Total: 16


Second Year


First Semester ‐ Fall


Semester Total: 15


Second Semester ‐ Spring


Semester Total: 15


Total Minimum Credits for the AAS Degree: 60


Notes:


A list of electives appears in the Core Curriculum section of this catalog.