Global and International Studies (BGInS)
(Faculty of Public Affairs)
Global and International Studies (GINS) Courses
Global History
Introduction to political, social, cultural, economic and military developments in global and international history.
Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.
International Law and Politics
Introduction to the evolution of the international system, including the rise of the state, sovereignty, and the challenge of international cooperation. The role of international law in addressing global issues such as human rights, security and trade.
Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.
Ethnography, Globalization and Culture
Introduction to the intersection of globalization processes with social and cultural diversity as examined through ethnography and ethnographic methods. Topics may include cultural survival, growing economic inequality, ecological vulnerabilities, health practices, human rights, and shifting racialized, gendered, religious, ethnic, and national identities.
Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.
Global Development
Introduction to key questions and issues in development studies, taught from an inter-disciplinary perspective.
International Experience Requirement Preparation
This mandatory course introduces BGInS students to the International Experience Requirement (IER) and to the various policies and procedures associated with it. Graded SAT/UNS.
Online course.
Ethics and Globalization
Introduction to global ethical issues, focusing on alternative lines of ethical argument. Topics may include poverty and unequal development, climate change, war and terrorism, reparations for colonialism and slavery, international relief services, ill effects of globalization, trafficking and forced labour, democracy and global governance.
Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.
Globalization and International Economic Issues
An introduction to the world economy, international trade and finance, and economic development. Social and economic implications for both rich and poor countries of lowered barriers to the international flows of goods, services, capital, labour, and information in the age of globalization.
Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.
Global Literatures
A study of the global dynamics of the contemporary literary imagination and literary production; literature as cultural practice; the politics of literary circulation; the politics of language and translation.
Lectures two hours a week, tutorials one hour a week.
Global and International Theory
Advanced analysis of global and international theories from a variety of perspectives, including realism, liberalism, postmodernism, constructivism, post-structuralism, literary and critical approaches.
Lectures three hours a week.
Places, Boundaries, Movements and Global Environmental Change
Examination of the relationship between individual places and global social and environmental processes. The changing nature of regions, states and political boundaries in the context of political and economic globalization and international migration. Social science perspectives on climate change vulnerability, adaptation and mitigation.
Lectures three hours a week.
Global and International Group Project
Student teams work on a project related to global and international studies. Lectures are devoted to discussing group project-related issues and student presentations. A project proposal, a series of project reports and oral presentations, and a comprehensive final report are required.
Prerequisite(s): third-year standing.
Lecture one hour per week, tutorials two hours per week.
Global and International Studies Abroad: Selected Topics
Based at a partner university around the world, and taught by a Carleton faculty member, the course will include lectures, seminars, guest speakers, field visits and group research projects to examine a topic in global and international studies. Topic and location will change annually.
Prerequisite(s): third-year standing and approval by the BGInS Program Director.
Three week intensive course.
International Placement
Placement for six weeks with a global and international focus.
Prerequisite(s): third-year standing in B.G.In.S.
International Placement
Placement for twelve weeks with a global and international focus.
Prerequisite(s): third-year standing in B.G.In.S.
Carleton International Placement
Placement for six weeks with a global and international focus for students outside of the BGInS Program.
Precludes additional credit for BUSI 3701, IPAF 3900 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing and minimum CGPA of 9.0.
Placement hours to be negotiated with on-site placement supervisor. Required assignments and due dates will be set by the course instructor at Carleton University.
Carleton International Placement
Placement for twelve weeks with a global and international focus for students outside of the BGInS Program.
Precludes additional credit for BUSI 3702, IPAF 3901 (no longer offered).
Prerequisite(s): Third-year standing and minimum CGPA of 9.0.
Placement hours to be negotiated with on-site placement supervisor. Required assignments and due dates will be set by the course instructor at Carleton University.
Co-operative Work Term
Honours Seminar in Global and International Studies
Examination of key debates in global and international studies from a variety of disciplinary and interdisciplinary perspectives. Integration of knowledge from different areas of emphasis in global studies. A major research paper is required that undertakes to focus theoretical insight on practical concerns.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year Honours standing in B.G.In.S.
Seminar three hours a week.
Tutorial in Global and International Studies
A tutorial on selected topics in which seminars are not available.
Honours Research Essay
Individual research project resulting in a major essay, completed under the supervision of a faculty member and evaluated by both the supervisor and an appointed reader. B.G.In.S. regulations apply.
Prerequisite(s): fourth-year Honours standing in B.G.In.S. with a CGPA of 9.00 or higher, or permission of the Program Director.
Note: Not all courses listed are offered in a given year. For an up-to-date statement of course offerings for the current session and to determine the term of offering, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca.
Summer session: some of the courses listed in this Calendar are offered during the summer. Hours and scheduling for summer session courses will differ significantly from those reported in the fall/winter Calendar. To determine the scheduling and hours for summer session classes, consult the class schedule at central.carleton.ca