Global Studies
2 courses · College of the Desert · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
GS 010 Global Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 54
- Advisory
- ENG 001A & PS 001.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GLST 101
This course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of Global Studies, including the history of globalization, and economic, political, social, cultural and ecological developments related to the process of globalization. (C-ID GLST 101)
GS 011 Global Issues
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- Lecture Hours: 54
- Advisory
- GS 010, ENG 001A, & PS 001.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GLST 102
This course introduces students to the origins, current status, and future trends of major transnational issues confronting the global community. Topics can include population trends, economic development and inequality, basic human needs (for food, water health care), human rights, international conflict and security concerns, and environmental problems. The course also focuses on global governance, including the study of collective global responsibilities. (C-ID GLST 102)