European Studies ,Certificate
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The pressing issues facing Europe today reveal its tremendous diversity and the globalizing elements that invite investigation. When you understand complex European relations and dynamics in the past and present, you'll stand out as a globally informed leader with critical thinking and communication skills.
The European studies certificate program provides a broad overview of European countries, including their natural environment and their cultural, demographic, economic and political characteristics.
The program focuses on the interconnectedness of European politics, religious diversity, ethnicities, socioeconomic justice and sustainable solutions. It also develops students' ability to analyze the historical development of the region and its exchanges with other world cultures.
Students analyze what it has meant to be European in the past, how the concept has shifted in a globalized world, and how that knowledge can be applied to contemporary political and cultural debates as well as to professional opportunities in the region.
2025-2026 Catalog Year
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The certificate requires 15 credit hours of upper-division coursework. Each course must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better.
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| Required Core Courses | ||
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GCU 325: Geography of Europe
(GCSI)
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POS 352: European Democracies
3 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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SLC 429: Studies in European Literature and Culture
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ENG 429: Studies in European Literature and Culture
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CEL 429: Studies in European Literature and Culture
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THE 429: Studies in European Literature and Culture
3 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
| Electives (choose two) | ||
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6 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 6 |
| Capstone Experience (choose one) | ||
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Students select a Capstone Experience from the list in consultation with the European Studies certificate coordinator and academic advisor. Students may use credit earned on a study abroad program in a European country. Placement of the credit must be reviewed and approved by the European Studies certificate faculty coordinator and the academic advisor.
3 Credit
Hours
Minimum
Grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before the completion of an undergraduate degree. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Analyze the historical and contemporary borders of Europe and its sub-regions.
- Communicate research findings on a topic of European studies in an oral presentation using visual materials.
Graduates with a certificate in European studies are attractive to employers looking for people who are aware of international cultural differences and the role of history and politics in current decision-making, and who can easily process information in a globalized world. Graduates may choose to pursue careers in international business, international relations, the nonprofit or government sector, tourism, hospitality or education.
School of International Letters and Cultures
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DH 131
silcadvising@asu.edu
480-965-6281
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
