What you will study
The courses you’ll take as part of UCM’s International Justice minor provide you a
deep and nuanced interdisciplinary curriculum. In addition to electives that allow
you to learn more about a particular interest — whether a geographic area or an international
criminal law topic — you’ll take core courses such as:
- Comparative Justice Systems: Learn the various ways criminal justice systems are organized and managed around the
world.
- Terrorism: Examine extreme political and religious movements worldwide and discuss the resulting
challenges and threats democratic institutions of justice face.
- International Human Rights: Explore the history and politics of international human rights and the role that global
institutions and organizations play in protecting and promoting these rights.
In small classes — typically less than 25 students — you’ll engage with your peers,
as well as UCM faculty who have the highest degrees and are experts in their field.
You can complete the International Justice minor in two years — even as a transfer
student in your junior year.
Unique learning opportunities in international justice
Expand your cultural perspective with the real-world experiences we offer for the
International Justice minor at the University of Central Missouri. These include:
- Travel opportunities: Take your education global when you study at one of UCM’s two partner universities
in the Netherlands. Faculty-led travel opportunities are also possible. Previous trips
have included the 9/11 Memorial in New York City for discussion of national security
and terrorism as well as the Netherlands’ International Criminal Court.
- Student organizations: Join one of UCM’s student organizations for additional learning opportunities relating
to international law or other cultural aspects. For example, you could join the Model
United Nations club and the Conversation Partner Program. As a Conversation Partner,
you’ll be paired with an international student who can help you learn another language
or culture, which is especially helpful when planning to study abroad in their native
country.
What can you do with an International Justice minor from UCM?
As a graduate of the University of Central Missouri, you can apply the knowledge you
gain as part of your International Justice minor in a range of careers, including:
- Law enforcement agencies at all levels
- Intelligence analysis for federal agencies and military departments
- Transnational political or nongovernmental organizations to protect and promote human
rights
You may also continue your studies at law school or in a graduate program in pursuit
of your ultimate career goal.
Learn how to make your International Justice minor part of your future career
UCM’s multidisciplinary faculty for the International Justice minor will mentor you
to help you understand how your studies apply to your career path and help ensure
your academic success. When you’re ready to look for jobs, UCM’s Career Services Center
will assist you in identifying resources to pursue a career in nonprofits, state and
federal agencies and more.
Use the interactive tool below to see what a career related to international justice
looks like.
Financial assistance options for your International Justice minor
The University of Central Missouri’s International Justice minor can add value to
undergraduate degrees that otherwise focus on domestic law and issues — expanding
your career horizons. We offer many resources, including loans, scholarships, grants
and work-study opportunities, to help finance your education.
How to find scholarships for your international justice education
You may qualify for various scholarships based on your bachelor’s degree or other
criteria. Scholarships are also available to help fund your study-abroad opportunities
at UCM. Explore your possibilities using the .
Meet Dr. Henry Wambuii
A tenured Political Science professor
Dr. Wambuii develops cutting-edge coursework through collaborative work between the
United States and Kenya, including a two-month Carnegie fellowship in Kenya. His publications
focus on international human rights, anti-poverty programs and the political economy
of developing nations. Get his unique perspective in his International Human Rights
class.
Read Dr. Wambuii’s Bio
Meet Justin M.
Criminal Justice and Criminology, BS ’19
“I believe the International Justice minor is an excellent complement for anyone interested
in transnational issues, from human rights to foreign diplomacy. I am currently a
law school student, concentrating in international and comparative law. The classes
I took at UCM showed a nice preview into some of the things that I am studying now.”
Study Abroad
Real-world educational experience
UCM offers a robust Study Abroad program to help you expand your cultural understanding.
Your International Justice minor may also offer faculty-led travel opportunities to
understand another country’s laws, criminal justice system and human rights, such
as previous trips to the International Criminal Court in The Hague, the Netherlands,
among others.
Explore UCM’s Study Abroad Program
Meet Dr. Akis Kalaitzidis
A tenured Political Science professor
Dr. Kalaitzidis, an engaging instructor, has authored numerous publications on topics
such as the European Union, American foreign policy and Greek politics. A 2013 Rotary
Peace Fellow at Thailand’s Chulalongkorn University, he teaches our International
Organizations course, which deals with issues of war, peace, genocide and economic
crises.
Read Dr. Kalaitzidis’s Bio
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