Director, John Occhipinti, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Political Science

In our increasingly globalized and interdependent world, the study of Europe is more important than ever before. European Studies is an interdisciplinary program designed to familiarize students with the culture, language, history, and politics of this important continent. For good or ill, our world has been shaped by Europe’s history, as well as its rich cultural traditions, including its languages, literature, art and music – from antiquity to the present. Meanwhile, the expanding European Union has become an important player in international politics and business and represents Europe’s future in the 21^st Century.

European Studies can be pursued as part of a double or triple major, as a minor, or as a certificate program. These programs are intended to supplement a major in a traditional academic discipline, as well as provide a "home" for courses taken while studying abroad in Europe. European Studies combines well with majors in Fine Arts, Foreign Language, History, Political Science, International Relations, or International Business.

The European Studies Program encourages students to develop fluency in a modern European foreign language and participate in short-term or semester-long study abroad programs in Europe. By guiding students in their course selection and encouraging them to develop valuable skills and experiences, European Studies helps prepare students for graduate school or fellowship programs, such as the Fulbright Scholarship, as well as careers in international law, business, diplomacy, or teaching.

European Studies Major Curriculum:

	Requirements	Courses	Credits
1.	ENG 101, ENG 102, PHI 101, RST 101	4	12
2.	Area Studies: Two courses from each area Varies by second major and potential application to the European Studies major, as noted below	10-12	30-36
3.	European Studies Major Requirements (Total)	10	30
a.	European History & Politics	4	12
	PSC 150 Comparative Government & Politics, OR an AS IV course on Europe or Honors 220	(1)	(3)
	History and Politics Major Electives	(3)	(9)
b.	European Foreign Language, Literature, and Culture	4	12
c.	European Studies Major Electives	2	6
d.	Coursework in a modern European foreign language through the 216 level or certification of equal proficiency by the Department of Modern Languages	(0-8)	(0-28)
4.	Requirements of second/third major	10-20	30-60
5.	Free Electives (varies by second/third major)	0-10	0-30
Total	At least 40 courses, plus any required language labs	40	120-124

Admission and Restrictions
Students must have a second major in a traditional academic discipline and maintain at least a 2.0 Q.P.A in all course work to remain in the program. An unlimited number of courses may be applied to the European Studies major from Area Studies, the All-College Honors Program, or a second or third major. No more than four courses at the 100-level may be counted toward European Studies. At least one course in the major must be taught by a member of the History Department, and one must be taught by a member of the Political Science Department.

Any course on a modern European language may be counted toward the Foreign Language, Literature, and Culture or Major Elective categories noted above. Latin may not be used to fulfill the modern foreign language requirement, but courses in the Classics can be counted in the major. For further details and options, students should consult with their advisor and the Director of the European Studies Program.

Recommended Schedule:
This will vary according to the second or third academic major. Students are encouraged to fulfill their Area Studies or All College Honors requirements by taking courses on Europe in the social sciences, art and literature, history, religion, philosophy, and foreign language. It is especially important for students to pursue a European foreign language at least through the 215-216 level and fulfill Area IV or Honors history requirements by taking courses on Europe. Students with a strong interest in European politics should take PSC 150 during their first year. Students are also encouraged to study abroad in Europe for one semester and should contact the Office of International Student Programs for details about opportunities.

European Studies Minor:

	Requirements	Courses	Credits
	Total	6	18
1.	European History & Politics	3	9
	PSC 150 Comparative Government and Politics, OR an AS IV course on Europe or Honors 220	(1)	(3)
	History and Politics Major Electives	(2)	(6)
2.	European Foreign Language, Literature, and Culture	3	9
3.	Coursework in a modern European foreign language through the 216 level or certification of equal proficiency by the Department of Modern Languages	(0-8)	(0-28)

No more than three courses at the 100-level may be counted toward the minor. Courses taken from a second or third major, Area Studies, or the All-College Honors Program may be applied to the European Studies minor. A maximum of two courses in a modern European foreign language may be counted toward the Language, Literature, or Culture category of the minor.

European Studies Certificate:
This has the same requirements as the minor, with the addition of an academic semester abroad in an approved program. All Canisius College study abroad programs in Europe are approved. For more information, contact the Office of International Student Programs. Many courses taken abroad can be applied to the requirements of the major, minor or certificate.

Additional Information
Students may elect to participate in an annual, faculty-directed, international, intercollegiate simulation of the European Union, which is related to PSC 355/HIS 331. This program is held in Europe and New York State in alternating years. Additional information is available from the Political Science Department.