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Service Area: Human Services
Career Cluster: Government & Public Administration
 

Career Pathway:
Foreign Service & International Relations

A career in Foreign Service and International Relations involves representing one's country on the global stage, promoting diplomatic relations, and addressing international issues. Diplomats and foreign service officers work to advance their nation's interests and engage in negotiations, while international relations professionals analyze and provide insight into global events and policies. This career pathway offers opportunities for travel, cultural immersion, and the chance to contribute to international peace and cooperation.

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Potential Course Sequence

*ICCSD Graduation Requirements

Subject Area Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 Credits
Career Pathway Electives
  • AP Human Geography
  • World Languages
  • Sociology
  • World Languages
  • Psychology 1, 2, & 3
  • World Languages
  • AP Government & Politics
  • World Languages
 Elective credits
*English English 9 English 10/10H Language Arts Language Arts 4 years,
60 credits
*Math Math Class Math Class Math Class Math Class 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Math courses for graduation are Algebra 1, Algebra 2, and Geometry.  
*Social Studies Social Studies Class Social Studies Class Social Studies Class Social Studies Class (optional) 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Social Studies courses for graduation are Government 1, Government 2, Economics, U.S. History, and World History.  
*Science Science Class Science Class Science Class Science Class (optional) 3 years,
45 credits
  Required Science courses for graduation are Earth & Space Science, Physical Science or Chemistry, and Biology.  
CTE Electives See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. Elective credits
Fine Arts Electives See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. Elective credits
World Languages Electives Level 1 or Level 2 Level 2 or Level 3 Level 3, Level 4,
or AP		 Level 4, Level 5,
or AP		 Elective credits
*Physical Education Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 Physical Education
(one trimester)		 4 years,
20 credits
*Health See our Program of Studies for a complete list of course options. 1 trimester,
5 credits

 

View our High School Program of Studies for a complete list of course offerings and descriptions

Career-Related Electives

  • AP Economics: Micro & Macro

  • AP World History 

  • AP US History 

  • Debate

  • World Languages

  • Behavioral Health Studies

  • Public Speaking 

  • Media Literacy & Communications

  • Child Health / Safety / Nutrition

  • Personal Finance

*Career Related Electives are not limited to the options above. See your school counselor for additional learning options.

Career-Related Activities

  • Speech & Debate

  • Model UN 

  • Student Unions

  • Student Government /Student Senate

  • Mock Trial 

  • Philosophy Club 

  • International Student Club 

  • World Languages Club

Internship Experiences

College Admission Requirements

See your school counselor regarding admission requirements for highly selective institutions.

Potential College Programs

  • International Relations

  • Global Studies

  • Ethnic Studies

  • World History

  • Comparative Politics

  • Human Rights

  • Cultural Anthropology

Future
Careers

  • Diplomat

  • International Trade

  • Humanitarian Aid

  • Foreign Affairs Journalist

  • Environmental Policy Analyst

  • International Business Consultant

Community Partnerships

  • Council for International Visitors to Iowa City

  • Iowa City Foreign Relations Council