Global Cultures & Languages
African and African-American Studies
Study the relationships among and between all people of African descent through investigation of the connections between U.S. and global histories, cultures, and social and economic systems
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Anthropology
Learn about the varied cultures and peoples in the world, delve into the planet's prehistory, and develop an understanding of the biological aspects of human existence.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Brazilian Studies (minor only)
Train in the Portuguese language and gain knowledge and understanding of the culture of Brazil, the world's fifth-largest country.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
East Asian Languages & Cultures
Learn about the three oldest continuous civilizations in the world - China, Japan, and Korea.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./J.D., Minor
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./J.D., Minor
East Asian Studies
The M.A. in Contemporary East Asian Studies is an interdisciplinary degree focused on 20th and 21st century East Asia.
Degrees:
M.A.
M.A.
European Studies
The European Studies program provides a vibrant community for research, teaching, and related activities that explore historical and contemporary European cultures.
Degrees:
Co-Major, Minor
Co-Major, Minor
French
A major in French, in the Department of French, Francophone, and Italian Studies, ensures that our students succeed in today's global economy.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Geography
Geography studies the spatial dimensions of, and links between, culture, society and environmental processes.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., B.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.S., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., B.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.S., Minor, Ph.D.
German Studies
Courses explore diverse perspectives on the language, culture, literature, history, and art of German-speaking Europe.
Degrees:
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D., Undergrad Certificate
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D., Undergrad Certificate
Global & International Studies
Think critically about some of the most fundamental issues facing the world: population growth, politics and governance, migration, economics, poverty and conflict, and climate change.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./M.B.A., Minor, Undergrad Certificate
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./M.B.A., Minor, Undergrad Certificate
History
Training in historical research, analysis, and writing develops skills that are essential in our information economy.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
History of Art
The History of Art Department offers undergraduate instruction in European, American, East Asian, and African art.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Indigenous Studies
Learn about the complexity and diversity of Indigenous peoples' cultures and histories.
Degrees:
Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Italian (minor only)
Develop your understanding of Italian literature, language, and culture.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Jewish Studies Program
Jewish studies explores Judaism, the Jewish people and culture, and their role in the shaping of human experience.
Degrees:
B.A., Minor
B.A., Minor
Latin American & Caribbean Studies
Develop cultural flexibility and knowledge of the languages and societies of the Americas. Most majors participate in real-world research through study abroad and study Spanish, Portuguese, Quechua, or Haitian Creole.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Liberal Arts & Sciences
Design your education around your interests while focusing on World Culture or Language, and the Natural Sciences.
Degrees:
B.G.S., Undergrad Certificate
B.G.S., Undergrad Certificate
Linguistics
Develop a basic understanding of the human capacity to acquire, perceive, and produce language and of language's role in contemporary society.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Middle East Studies (minor only)
Explore contemporary and historical issues pertaining to the Middle East.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Museum Studies
The KU Museum Studies program offers a comprehensive overview of museums and the museum profession.
Degrees:
Grad Certificate, M.A.
Grad Certificate, M.A.
Religious Studies
Religious discourses and practices inform the way we perceive ourselves, those around us, and existence at large, even when we are not actively religious.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Russian, East European & Eurasian Studies
The Center for Russian, East European & Eurasian Studies has been a national leader for the study of the former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe since 1965.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Slavic Languages & Literatures
Our department is internationally recognized for strengths in diverse areas of Slavic literary and cultural studies and linguistics.
Degrees:
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Spanish
The Department of Spanish and Portuguese offers a comprehensive undergraduate program in Spanish and Portuguese language, literature, and culture, as well as Brazilian literature and cultural studies.
Degrees:
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
