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In 2021, our university successfully obtained approval to establish a new undergraduate program in International Organizations and Global Governance, which began enrolling students in September 2022. The program has a standard duration of four years. Students who complete the curriculum, internships, and practical training as outlined in the program requirements, accumulate 140 credits, and successfully defend their thesis will be awarded a Bachelor of Laws degree.
1. Professional Specialization
In terms of its academic focus, the International Organizations and Global Governance program falls under the discipline of Political Science. It is an emerging, highly interdisciplinary field that builds upon an international studies degree, combining theoretical insights with practical applications. The program primarily explores the operational principles of international organizations, global development trends, dynamics in global governance, and proficiency in internationally recognized languages such as (English and French), alongside expertise in international negotiation, international law, and global relations.
2. Training Model
Adhering to the teaching principle of equally emphasizing foreign languages and specialized expertise, students majoring in English and French—two widely used languages in international organizations—can also choose to study Russian, Japanese, or German, cultivating themselves into versatile, multilingual professionals.
The program adheres to a teaching principle that equally emphasizes foreign languages and specialized disciplines. Beyond majoring in English and French—the two languages widely used in international organizations—students may also select Russian, Japanese, and German, thereby becoming multilingual professionals with interdisciplinary expertise.
Given the interdisciplinary nature of this major, we adhere to a talent-development model that integrates “International Organizations + International Relations + Foreign Languages.” The compulsory curriculum consists of three core modules: foundational language courses, discipline-specific foundational courses, and specialized core courses.
Leveraging the school’s strong science and engineering resources and highlighting its regional advantages, we offer students a wide range of elective courses. The limited-selection courses provide students with diverse track-based options.
Track 1: Language Courses
Track 2: Courses in International Organization Affairs
Track 3: History Courses
Track 4: Socio-Economic Courses
Encourage students to pursue a minor in a related field based on their chosen track.
3. Cultivation Cycle
In terms of the curriculum, the first year focuses on building strong language skills and laying a solid foundation in the major. During the second and third years, students continue to enhance both their “foreign language proficiency” and “comprehensive quality.” By the fourth year, students fully develop their “practical skills,” creating a comprehensive and well-rounded educational cycle.
Through four years of study, students will become versatile, internationally-minded professionals with a strong theoretical foundation and robust practical skills—equipped to confidently step into international organizations and actively contribute to global governance in the future.
4. Area and Country Studies Focus
To this end, the school leverages its strong foundation in foreign language instruction to offer students four primary research areas, allowing them to deepen their academic expertise while also developing a regional focus and carving out their own unique identity. These areas include European Studies, Russian Studies, Japanese Studies, and Latin American Studies.
5. Practical Activities
The teaching model emphasizes the development of practical skills.
During their studies, the school provides students with opportunities to study abroad and intern at international organizations, enabling them to broaden their perspectives, enhance their communication skills, and gain valuable experience for future career development.
A high-quality faculty team guides students, comprising instructors who boast extensive teaching experience, exceptional professional expertise, and firsthand involvement in diplomatic activities.
The faculty will also invite former or current officials from international organizations to deliver lectures to students, sharing their firsthand experiences and inspiring students’ enthusiasm for learning.
Leveraging the existing international collaboration resources of HIT, we are continuously strengthening partnerships with top-tier foreign universities and international organizations, advancing the development of Sino-foreign joint education programs, and encouraging students to study at our partner institutions.
The university fosters exchange and learning opportunities, enabling students to “go out and see the world.” We actively promote the joint establishment of internship programs between our institution and international organizations. In 2023, we successfully secured approval as an innovative training base for cultivating professionals in foreign-related rule-of-law fields, allowing students to gain a practical understanding of their future careers—even during their undergraduate studies—while also helping them map out a clearer path for long-term development.
