Select four elective courses from at least two departments:

Electives

Core

Advanced Theory

Complete following thesis tutorial culminating in a thesis:

Thesis

Complete seven courses as follows. Students who take both core courses may apply the second course toward the elective requirement. 

This minor culminates in a thesis. 

The Minor (28 to 32 units)

Requirements

The minor in International Migration Studies orients students toward comparative, historical, and international dimensions, providing structured exposure to the relevant scholarship. It aims to build an appreciation of international migration and its dilemmas as it draws on the insights generated from a broad array of disciplines and methodological approaches needed for grappling with a vast social and intellectual phenomenon.

A minimum of 20 units applied toward the minor requirements must be in addition to units applied toward major requirements or another minor. 
Each minor course must be taken for a letter grade of C– or better. Successful completion of the minor is indicated on the transcript and diploma.

Admission to the International Migration Studies minor is by application and is competitive, using courses, grades, grade-point averages, and personal statements as minimum standards for consideration. To better ensure that they can be successful in their research, students must also secure a faculty member who serves as their thesis advisor, generally to be chosen from the list of affiliated faculty.
Applicants must be in good academic standing with an overall grade-point average of 2.0 or better and demonstrate a genuine interest in the subject matter. Applicants are not automatically accepted into the minor and only a limited number of students are admitted each year. Applications must be submitted no later than spring quarter of the junior year.

Combining rigorous, inclusive pedagogy with opportunities for co-curricular activities—including research, internships, and community engagement—the College provides students with diverse learning experiences that helps them thrive, become critical thinkers, and transform society.

College of Letters and Science

The minor orients students toward comparative, historical, and international dimensions, providing structured exposure to the relevant scholarship.

General Catalog

International Migration Studies Minor