International Studies, B.A. (University Campus Only)

Technology Competency Skills

Saint Leo University Technology Competency Skills                                             

Technology is threaded through our personal, professional, and educational interactions. To successfully manage these interactions - specifically relating to education and employment - our students must have the ability to navigate and operate essential computer functions, beyond social media. Demonstrating competency of basic technology skills is essential for the success of all Saint Leo University students.

Saint Leo University requires undergraduate students to demonstrate technology competency prior to degree conferral. These technology competency skills can be satisfied through a waiver exam, microcredential module, or academic course (COM-140 or equivalent, earning a grade of C or better within 10 years). Students should meet with their advisors to discuss options and establish a plan to satisfy the graduation requirement.

Technology Competency Skills Microcredential:

A self-paced, online module designed to develop and reinforce computer competencies and literacy. The module introduces general computer operations using current computing technologies and software. Selected topics include the Internet, security and safety, digital communication practices, operating systems, as well as creating and evaluating documents, worksheets, and presentations. Guidelines for selecting computer hardware and software are addressed. Satisfactory completion of this microcredential meets the Saint Leo University Technology Competency Skills graduation requirement. Upon completion the microcredential, students will earn a digital badge. This badge can be shared as confirmation of demonstrated skill and ability. This course is not covered by financial aid.

Technology Competency Skills Waiver Exam:

Students may take the technology competency skills waiver exam to satisfy the Saint Leo University technology competency skill requirement. The Waiver Exam tests your knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Windows, and the Internet. The exam is Pass/Fail and you must receive a minimum score of 74% to pass. 

University Campus Only Course Requirements

• SLU 101 - First Year Experience 1 credit
• SLU 125 - Choosing Wellness 3 credits

University Explorations (42 credit hours)

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Core Requirements

• ECO 201 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits
• IST 101 - Introduction to International Studies 3 credits
• IST 360 - Markets, War, and Empire 3 credits
• IST 361 - Energy Geopolitics 3 credits
• IST 362 - Terrorism and the Cyber Age 3 credits
• IST 363 - Contemporary Topics in International Studies 3 credits
• IST 499 - Senior Seminar 3 credits

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• Complete two of the following choices:

• HTY 227 - Latin America and the Caribbean 3 credits
• HTY 233 - Modern Middle East 3 credits
• HTY 245 - Vietnam War 3 credits
• HTY 324 - Sub-Saharan Africa 3 credits
• HTY 325 - Modern Russia 3 credits
• HTY 428 - Far-East Since 1945 3 credits

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• Complete 6 credits in one of the following foreign languages and at a level not already proficient. Students wishing to study another foreign language at a different institution must request IST faculty advisor approval.

  • Russian
  • Spanish
  • German

General Elective Credits: Complete enough general elective credit hours to fulfill total hours required for degree completion.

Total Credits: 120