Course description
This course will introduce students to issues confronting our world today and the historical events that led to them. It is organized into four interconnected themes: economics, environment, security, and human rights. Students will be introduced to various topics such as international trade, economic integration, environmental sustainability, regional conflicts, marginalized populations, etc. Upon completion of the course, students will have a better understanding of how world issues manifest on both the local and global scales. The course aims to increase awareness of world issues and engage students as critically conscious global citizens.
Course details
Credit transfer
Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.
Registration dates
Not all courses are offered each term.
Spring 2026 registration opens March 2, 2026.Fall 2026 registration opens June 29, 2026.
Delivery options
In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration
Online - Asynchronous: 100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates
Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery