MA/Diploma African Studies
Study Discipline: Arts & Humanities, Education & Teacher Training
Study Programme Details
| City: | Birmingham |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Admission Sessions: | Autumn Session |
| Mode of Study: | Fully on Site |
About this Study Course
The MA African Studies is an intellectually stimulating program designed for those passionate about Africa-focused research. This multidisciplinary course equips you with the essential research skills to explore contemporary Africa through a broad-based, interdisciplinary approach. It delves into significant social, cultural, political, and economic developments within Africa and the African Diaspora. Our program not only enhances your ability to conduct and present research but also hones your critical and analytical skills, enabling you to engage with current African issues from diverse perspectives. As Africa continues to play an increasingly prominent role in global affairs, this program positions you at the forefront of understanding and addressing its complexities and future possibilities.
Overview
Our MA African Studies is taught by world-renowned experts who bring firsthand experience and in-depth research from their extensive time living and working in Africa. The program’s excellence is reflected in the Department of African Studies and Anthropology’s high ranking by Times Higher Education for its performance in the latest Research Excellence Framework exercise.
You will join a friendly and supportive community where staff are readily accessible to provide additional help with your work. The breadth of expertise at Birmingham covers the entire continent and spans both humanities and social sciences disciplines, offering a comprehensive understanding of Africa. The department also provides numerous opportunities for engagement through research meetings, seminars, and interdisciplinary conferences. As a postgraduate student, you will benefit from excellent support, including access to libraries, research spaces, career services, and funding opportunities, ensuring a rich and fulfilling academic experience.
Admission Requirements
- An upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline
- Background in disciplines to be studied is preferred
- Applicants with other disciplines or less traditional qualifications may be accepted for the Diploma in African Studies
- English language requirements:
- IELTS: 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band
- TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking, and 21 in Writing
- Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
- Cambridge English (exams taken from 2015): Advanced – minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
- African Fiction and its Critics
- Contemporary Gender Issues in Africa
- Independent Study
- Letting Them Speak: Ethnographies of Marginalisation
- Livelihoods and Development in Africa
- Slavery and Freedom in Twentieth Century Africa
UK: £10,530 full-time
International: £24,120 full-time
Future Career Outcomes
Our graduates have made significant impacts in various fields, exemplifying the program’s alignment with industry demands. Alumni have pursued successful careers in international development, influencing policy and practice in NGOs and governmental organizations. Others have become cultural analysts, providing critical insights into African societies for multinational corporations. The skills you develop, such as critical thinking, research proficiency, and cultural competency, are highly valued in today’s global job market. This program not only prepares you for immediate employment but also equips you to drive positive change and innovation in African studies and related fields.
Visa Requirements:
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