International and Area Studies 
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European Studies
The Discipline
European studies is an interdisciplinary degree designed to combine advanced-language
experience with study in humanities, social science, and/or business. Courses are taught
by European experts from across a variety of BYU's academic departments and are intended
to develop skills in analytical thinking, methods of interpretation, perceptive reading,
competent writing, as well as an in-depth understanding of European affairs.
Building on the University Core and GE Foreign Language requirements, the European studies
degree is grounded in an introduction to European studies (Europ 200) and 12 hours
of European history. At the junior level, the degree splits into two tracks: Track A) 12
credit hours in European society which draws from history, political science, economics,
business, sociology, and geography; or Track B) 12 credit hours of European culture which draws
from the humanities, language and literature, art history, philosophy, etc. At the senior
level, students take an additional 12 credit hours focused on an interrelated set of European
issues decided upon in conjunction with the European studies coordinator.
Career Opportunities
The degree can lead to a number of excellent career possibilities. With a broad, general
background in European languages and area knowledge, graduates are well prepared for
careers in international branches of government, nonprofit organizations, international
industry and commerce, domestic and foreign teaching, Peace Corps, military, and many
other professions requiring an expert knowledge of European language, culture, and
politics. The Eurpoean studies major is also excellent training for professional schooling
in international business, law, medicine, journalism, editing, advertising, etc. Many
previous area studies graduates have landed jobs in the State Department, immigration, the
FBI, and other international agencies.
Students are encouraged to double major or at least have a strong minor in another
discipline to enhance their career prospects. The combination of European areas studies
with another discipline will make you attractive to employers.
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