Top of Page How do longer (year-long) courses taken abroad count toward the minor?
MES program generally assumes that one semester-long course equals three credit hours. If a student receives more credit hours for a longer course taken at a foreign university, then the additional credits may be applied toward his/her minor in European Studies, with the approval of the MES advisor and Nanovic Institute directors.Top of Page I think one of my courses should qualify as an MES elective, but it’s not on the approved list. How can I get this credit approved to count toward the minor? Obtain a copy of the course description and the course syllabus and then contact the MES advisor to discuss the course content. The MES advisor and the Nanovic Institute directors will use both the established criteria and their best judgments to determine whether the course qualifies. If they deem it satisfactory, the Nanovic Institute will take the necessary steps to add it to the list.Top of Page Can I take a course in my major discipline that counts toward the minor? Yes, as long as it is
