Commonwealth Studies Major

Description: A program that focuses on the history, society, politics, culture, and economics of one or more of the peoples and countries comprising components of the historical British Empire and modern British Commonwealth, including migration patterns, shared sociocultural and political features and problems, and contemporary relations. Is Commonwealth Studies the right major for you?
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Commonwealth Studies Major

What Courses Do Commonwealth Studies Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for Commonwealth Studies majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Anthropology
  • Culture
  • Economics
  • History
  • Politics
  • Society