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    African Studies degrees abroad

    Programs in African studies explore the history, language, culture, and geography of African nations.

    You’ll develop an appreciation for the diversity of African societies, and consider the unique challenges they face. You’ll study the politics, economies, and religions of African countries, and could even learn a new language, like Zulu or Swahili.

    Africa is a huge continent with a tremendous global influence. By studying overseas, you’ll see how African music, art, and literature are enjoyed across the globe. You’ll also learn about the migration patterns of African citizens, and immerse yourself in communities of African descent.

    African Studies program structure

    Most African studies degrees are only offered at the postgraduate level. To enroll in these programs, you’ll need to have a bachelor’s degree, preferably in the humanities or social sciences.

    Master’s degrees can be studied full-time over one year, or part-time over two or three. You could graduate with either an MA or MSc depending on the modules you select and the university you attend.

    If you’re eager to conduct original research and contribute to scholarly discussions, you might consider pursuing a doctorate degree. PhDs normally take three years if you study full-time, or up to six years if you learn on a part-time basis.

    You’ll spend most of your time studying independently, but taught-postgraduate programs will include some lectures, seminars, tutorials, and workshops too. If you choose language modules, you’ll have more class time to practice your speaking and listening skills.

    There are so many aspects of Africa to explore, so tailoring your course to reflect your interests is easy. Here are some of the topics you could choose from:

    • Introduction to African culture
    • African geography
    • Themes in African history
    • Modern and contemporary arts in Africa
    • Language, identity, and society in Africa
    • African philosophy
    • The politics of Africa
    • Slavery and colonialism

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    African Studies study abroad programs

    African studies undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in african studies

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      African American Studies - BA Florida A&M University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      17,940 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 17,940 USD

      Start date
      January, May
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      African American Studies - BA University of South Carolina, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      33,928 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 33,928 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      African American Studies - BA University of Illinois at Chicago, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      29,800 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 29,800 USD

      Start date
      August, January, May
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      African and African American Studies - BA Arizona State University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      31,200 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 31,200 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      African Studies - BA Duquesne University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      45,376 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 45,376 USD

      Start date
      August, January, May
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    Associate in african studies

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      Social Justice: African American Studies (for Transfer) - AA Laney College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,740 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,740 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      African American Studies - AA College of Alameda, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,740 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,740 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      African American Studies - AA Contra Costa College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,380 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 10,380 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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      Social Justice Studies: African American Studies - AA-T Los Medanos College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      8,304 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 8,304 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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    Certificate in african studies

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      African Studies - Cert California State University, Sacramento, USA

      Program type
      Undergraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      16,800 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,800 USD

      Start date
      November, May
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    Future african studies careers

    African studies degrees provide a solid foundation for a vast array of rewarding careers.

    Your knowledge, communication skills, and cultural awareness will be invaluable to employers in politics, international organizations, NGOs, the media, education, and more.

    Here are just a handful of the career paths you could follow after graduation:

    • Translator/interpreter
    • Anthropologist
    • International aid worker
    • Chief executive officer of an NGO
    • Cultural resources manager
    • Civil servant
    • Economic development officer
    • Foreign service specialist

    Work experience and volunteering opportunities are a great way of demonstrating your passion and commitment to potential employers. If you’d like some extra support, your university’s careers service can help you find and apply for placements.

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