Area studies typically examine the development of a particular population or region. While other, similar interdisciplinary studies, such as gender, disability, and ethnic, may have some part in course discussions, these are not considered area studies.

After completing a bachelor’s degree, students have the option to earn a postgraduate diploma, which helps provide more in-depth knowledge in a particular concentration. Many students choose to complete this educational program in order to improve their job prospects or to specialize their workplace skill sets.