Courses
At VCU's School of World Studies, we offer courses that assist students in gaining a deeper understanding of humanity as well as a meaningful sense of belonging. Outgoing students leave with knowledge and skills that help them contribute to a world that is safe, inclusive, healthy and generous for all.
Anthropology
Coursework in anthropology helps students reach a global awareness and appreciation of the full range of human biological and cultural diversity across time and space, as well as the underlying similarities derived from humans’ common evolutionary origins.
International Studies
International studies courses are designed to increase students’ knowledge about the cultures and traditions, languages, literature and media, history, values, concerns and aspirations of peoples in different countries and regions of the world.
Religious Studies
Students in religious studies courses explore the artistic, ethical, literary, psychological and social dimensions of religions, as well as the relationship between religious ideas, institutions, and practices and matters of gender, sexuality, race, nationality, health, social justice, human rights and nature.
World Studies
World studies coursework explores the diversity of the human experience and prepares students to contribute to a healthy, equitable and sustainable world.