Outside the Classroom
Learn Through Experience
The global development studies program challenges its students to perform beyond the classroom walls. To successfully complete your degree, you must participate in Mercer On Mission, complete a study abroad venture, and finish a community- or internationally-based senior design project.
Global Development Studies
Engaged Learning
Global development studies majors have the opportunity to participate in study abroad and internships during their time at Mercer.
Study Abroad
As a global development studies major, you will participate in a study abroad experience through Mercer Abroad or Mercer On Mission. You will be immersed in another country, learning firsthand how to interact in a global environment.
Internships
Outside Mercer’s doors are people who need access to better living conditions, security, nutrition, education, and more. Fortunately, we partner with organizations and companies that strive to make a difference in the community. Our students find internships in homeland security, intelligence studies, international relations, and South Africa.
Postgraduate Opportunities
Our bachelor's degree in global health development studies will prepare you for varied careers serving the world in governmental, nongovernmental, intergovernmental and private organizations.