Through this comprehensive study of Europe and its heritage, students will deepen their understanding of the world. European Studies is an interdisciplinary subject that draws on a balance of history, humanities and social sciences. In addition, four or five semesters of coursework must be taken in French, German, Italian, Russian, or Spanish. At the upper division level, ten courses are required. They must also take a two-semester course in modern European history and three courses in various disciplines.
All majors write a senior thesis and present a senior portfolio of their work.
The faculty assigned to teach courses in European Studies are drawn from the Department of Classics and Humanities and other departments in the College of Arts and Letters. All faculty in the department have lived, studied, or traveled in Europe. Special Advantages of the SDSU Program Foreign study - eligible European Studies majors have the opportunity to study in Europe through the CSU International Programs. Student Organization - students join with Classics and Humanities majors and minors in the activities of Umanisti, the student club. Schaber Humanities Center , located in Adams Humanities 3109, provides slides and other resources, as well as a place to gather with other European Studies students.