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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the foreign language requirement for the IS major work?
The Institute requires six semesters of foreign language or the equivalent in order to graduate with the IS major.  Normally a student must complete six foreign language courses.  These courses can be taken at Bradley, or transferred from another school or from a study abroad experience.  A student can attain the equivalency requirement by completing two courses of a foreign language at the 300-level or higher.  A student may take less than six courses to reach the equivalency requirement.  In this case, the six semester requirement is waived.

May I take classes other than those listed as IS in order to fulfill the IS elective requirement?
There are many options beyond International Studies classes that can be used to fulfill the seven electives required for an IS major.  A detailed explanation of the electives policy can be viewed at www.bradley.edu/academics/las/is/Advising_electives_policy.htm.  In addition to coursework taken at Bradley, electives can be earned through a study abroad experience.

Who is my academic advisor?
International Studies majors who are freshmen or seniors should meet with Professor Chuck Bukowski for academic advising.  Other IS majors have been assigned either Professor Shah Tarzi or Professor Jeanie Bukowski as an advisor.  Check with the Webster system or the IS office (677-2450) to find out who your assigned advisor is.

Must every IS major see an advisor prior to registering for classes?
The Institute only requires freshmen, recent transfers, and seniors to see an advisor before selecting classes.  Students in these categories are encumbered by the Registrar’s Office and must see an advisor in order to have the encumbrance removed.  The Institute strongly recommends, but does not require, all other students in the IS major to see an advisor.  Students are reminded that University policy ultimately places the burden for meeting graduation requirements on the student.

What can I expect regarding the availability of the seven courses that are required for the IS major?Availability of the required IS courses normally conforms to the following arrangement:
Fall Semester
IS 103, IS 182, IS 250, IS 275, IS 495

Spring Semester
IS 104, IS 182, IS 255

Changing availability of faculty members may cause this schedule to be altered.  Students should check the Institute advising website for current developments prior to the start of each registration period.

Is IS 495 ever offered during the spring semester?
Limited faculty availability precludes offering IS 495 in the spring.  Under extraordinary circumstances, it may be possible for a student to take this course during the spring semester.  “Extraordinary circumstances” do not include failing the course or dropping the course for reasons other than an extended involuntary incapacitation during the fall semester.

I am planning to study abroad, can I receive credit through IS 490 (Study and Travel Abroad)?
The IS 490 course is available only for activities undertaken abroad that otherwise do not have a means for granting academic credit.

 

 

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