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6 courses · Santa Barbara City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
GLST 101 Introduction to Global Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GLST 101
Introduction to the interdisciplinary field of global studies. Examines the history of globalization, including the role of communication technology, and analyzes various aspects of globalization: economic, political, cultural and ecological. For each, the focus is on the extent of global cooperation, global conflict and growing global interdependence.
GLST 102 Global Problems
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- GLST 102
Examines a number of specific problems that the global community faces today, such as global economic inequality and poverty, human rights violations and the status of women, global crime, environmental problems, and global health. Possible approaches for solving these issues are explored, with a focus on global governance.
GLST 103 Introduction to Global Studies: Discussion
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 (18 lecture)
- Corequisite
- GLST 101.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Weekly discussion section for students enrolled in GLST 101. Discussion of lecture topics, readings and contemporary events. Development of skills related to the writing of a term paper.
GLST 105 Global Environmental Politics
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 (54 lecture)
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Focuses on today's global environmental problems and the policies that address them. Begins with an overview of the state of the global environment, examining major issues such as the loss of biodiversity, the global climate crisis, deforestation, and the pollution of air, water and soil. Considers behavioral and cultural perspectives, such as individuals’ and societies’ attitudes toward the environment and how these have evolved during the time of the environmental movement. Examines the respective role and policy powers of global, regional and domestic institutions that participate in environmental governance. Explores specific examples of successes and challenges of environmental protection.
GLST 295 Internship In Global Studies
- Units
- 2-4
- Hours
- 210 (210 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Internship program in which students gain experience in community organizations related to the discipline.
GLST 299 Independent Study In Global Studies
- Units
- 1-4
- Hours
- 192 (192 lab)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Independent study course providing an opportunity for students to explore a specific Global Studies topic in depth, while working closely with their Professor.