Global Studies
2 courses · Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
GLST 210 INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL STUDIES
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Presents an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of Global Studies and the major influences on the world and its people. Explores the history and contemporary processes of globalization, and the economic, political, social, cultural, geographical, and ecological factors that affect the world community. Examines interdependence and conflict in various global systems.
GLST 220 GLOBAL PROBLEMS AND ISSUES
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Presents an introduction to the origins, current status, and future trends of major transnational issues confronting the global community, with emphasis on the causes and solutions of global problems. Topics include population trends, immigration, economic development and inequality, basic human needs, human rights, international conflict and security concerns, and environmental issues. The course also focuses on global governance, including collective global responsibilities and interdependence.