Intercultural Relations Program Offerings
The 36-credit Master of Arts Program has three principal components: core courses, elective courses, and an internship. In addition, there is a non-credit language requirement. The six core courses introduce the knowledge, learning experiences, and technical skills that form the foundation of study. To accomplish its meaningful agenda, the program offers an exciting balance of theoretical and experiential training in a culturally rich educational environment. Field-based work is an integral part of the curriculum.
The 36-credit Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study Program is designed for experienced professionals who hold a master's degree in an area closely related to intercultural relations and wish to expand their research skills and knowledge in the field.
Students may enroll in the Program on a full-time or part-time basis. Students are encouraged to take no more than nine credits a semester as the optimum learning process. Courses are offered on Lesley University's Cambridge campus during the late afternoon, 4-6:30 p.m. and in the evening, 6:45 - 9:15 p.m.
- Students most often complete the program in two years.
- Part-time students, or students completing an extended internship, may take two years or more to complete the program.
- Students may opt to write a thesis after completing the internship, which can fulfill three credits toward elective requirements.
For a complete listing of the course descriptions and to view the Intercultural Relations course schedule for the most recent semester go to Lesley's program schedules and course descriptions page.
Programs of Study
Master's Degree Program
| REQUIRED CORE COURSES | CREDITS | |
| GINTC 6100 | Identity, Culture, and the Politics of Difference | 3 |
| GINTC 6103 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| GINTC 6105 | Conceptualizing Intercultural Relations | 3 |
| GINTC 6101 | Global Interdependence | 3 |
| GINTC 7105 | Dimensions and Methods of Cultural Exploration I | 3 |
| GINTC 7106 | Dimensions and Methods of Cultural Exploration II | 3 |
| Elective Courses | 15 | |
| Internship | ||
| GINTC 7700 or 7701 | Required Internship (Domestic or International) | 3 |
| Note: the language requirement must be met before graduation. | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 36 | |
Candidates who already hold a master's degree in an area closely related to intercultural relations may pursue a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (C.A.G.S.). This certificate option offers professionals the opportunity to receive additional research skills and enhance their career opportunities.
C.A.G.S Degree Program
| REQUIRED INTERDISCIPLINARY COURSES | CREDITS | |
| EAGSR 8102 | Interdisciplinary Seminar I | 3 |
| EAGSR 8104 | Interdisciplinary Seminar II | 3 |
| Required Core Courses | ||
| GINTC 6100 | Identity, Culture, and the Politics of Difference | 3 |
| GINTC 6103 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| GINTC 6105 | Conceptualizing Intercultural Relations | 3 |
| GINTC 6101 | Global Interdependence | 3 |
| GINTC 7105 | Dimensions and Methods of Cultural Exploration I | 3 |
| GINTC 7106 | Dimensions and Methods of Cultural Exploration II | 3 |
| Electives | 6 | |
| Internship | ||
| GINTC 7700 or 7701 | Required Internship (Domestic or International) | 3 |
| Final Thesis | 3 | |
| Note: The language requirement must be met before graduation. | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 36 | |
Elective Courses May Include:
- GINTC 5012 International Education Exchange
- GINTC 6001 International Student Advising
- GINTC 5002 Immigration Laws, Issues and Practices
- GINTC 6004 Intercultural Negotiation and Mediation
- GINTC 6006 Intercultural Management
- GINTC 6011 Intercultural Consulting
- GINTC 7101 Issues in Intercultural Training
- GINTC 7702 Practicum in Intercultural Training
- GINTC 6003 Intercultural Helping Skills
- GINTC 5017 Past and Present Realities of Racism
- GINTC 6009 Intergroup Conflict Resolution
- GINTC 7703 Practicum in Intercultural Conflict Management
- GINTC 6017 Power of the Image
- GINTC 6016 Film, Representation, and Identity
- GINTC 6018 Presentation Skills for Intercultural Practice
- GINTC 7103 Proposal Writing for Intercultural Programs
Language Requirement
All students in the Intercultural Relations Program must demonstrate competency in verbal and written communication skills in at least one language in addition to English. This requirement, which is in addition to the required 36 credits, is normally fulfilled by a certificate issued by a qualified language training and evaluation center. A Language Requirement Manual giving further information about language level and language competency certification procedures is available from the Intercultural Relations Program Office.
