
Overview
The opportunity for interdisciplinary study of the continent is a particular advantage of the degree. Our former students have chosen to study Africa at this level for a wide range of reasons. For some a deep interest in the history and culture or political economy of a particular region is sufficient motivation, but for many students the programme has, in addition, been followed with the intention of furthering their career opportunities. Some go on to work either in Africa or in fields related to Africa. The opportunity to combine study of particular African subjects with an African language is very useful, although some evidence of competence in learning a foreign language is usually required.
Why study Africa at SOAS
- SOAS ranks 1st in London in the Complete University Guide 2021 for Middle Eastern and African Studies , and 6th in UK
- we are specialist in the studies of Africa, the Middle East, South Asia and South East Asia
- gain in-depth understanding of one these key world regions, grounded in the study of one or more languages of the region
- access SOAS’s comprehensive cross-regional expertise and gain an understanding of the interconnectedness of these regions in an increasingly globalised world
- solid methodological and interdisciplinary foundation
- students have an opportunity to develop a holistic and integrated approach to the study of Africa, Asia and the Middle East through their languages and cultures.
Employment
A African Studies programme at SOAS University of London provides students with competency in language skills and intercultural awareness and understanding. Familiarity with the region will have been developed through a combination of the study of language, literature, history, cinema, politics, economics or law.
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Courses include:
- Approaches to African Studies: Concepts, Methods and Theories
- Remapping Area Studies in Asia, Africa and the Middle East
- Contemporary African Literature
- Language, Identity and Society in Africa
- Intersecting Worlds: Race and Gender in the Contemporary Postcolonial Novel
- Culture and Society of East Africa
- African and Asian Diasporas in the Contemporary World: Cultures of Resistance and the Dissolution of Boundaries
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
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General requirements
We will consider all applications with an undergraduate degree at high 2:2 or above. In addition to degree classification, we take into account other elements of the application including supporting statement and references. While references are optional, they can help build a stronger application profile if you fall below the 2:2 requirement or have non-traditional qualifications.
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International
24350 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 24350 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
12220 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12220 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
Part-time 2 Years:
- UK fees: £6,110
- Overseas fees: £12,175
Part-time 3 Years:
- UK fees: £4,075
- Overseas fees: £8,115
Living costs for London
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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