American Studies
American Studies offers students the opportunity to study American society using a broad range of methods drawn from a variety of disciplines. "American society" refers primarily to the geographical region of the United States, from pre-colonial times to the contemporary period, but recognizes that political, cultural and economic patterns do not stop at national borders. Therefore, American Studies courses will attempt to see this region within larger world systems, taking into account how the cultures of America have been continually reshaped by movements of people, commerce, and ideas that cross borders. As an interdisciplinary program, American Studies draws on faculty resources and research in literature, history, economics, architecture, material culture, media studies, ethnic studies, and urban and regional studies.
Lower Division Requirements and Prerequisites for the American Studies Major
- American Studies 10 or 10AC
- Three lower division courses from a designated list. See the General Catalog or ls.berkeley.edu/dept/as/page1.html
Note: Two of the lower division courses must also be completed before students can declare the major.
Departmental Contact
Marcia Condon
mcondon@berkeley.edu
301 Campbell Hall
(510) 642-9320
General Catalog Description
http://sis.berkeley.edu/catalog/gcc_view_req?p_dept_cd=AMERSTD
Departmental Website
http://ls.berkeley.edu/ugis/as/major/index.php
Other Majors to Consider
Interdisciplinary Studies
Ethnic Studies
Legal Studies
English
Film