Overview
Africa is a continent undergoing dynamic transformation on many levels. It combines new potentials and ongoing challenges: economic innovation and growth alongside persistent poverty and environmental challenges, political democratisation alongside authoritarianism, social and cultural diversity and creativity alongside limited opportunities and exclusions.
Both the public and private sectors need candidates able to skillfully navigate the complexity of Africa and understand its relationship to the world. As a graduate in African Studies, at University of Copenhagen, with a strong set of analytical, practical and communication skills, you will be well equipped to do this.
Profile and Career
- The aim of the Masters programme in African Studies is three-fold.
- Firstly, it is to provide students with advanced knowledge and understanding of Africa and its relationship to the world in relation to the continent’s diverse historical, social, political, economic and cultural dimensions.
- Secondly, it is to equip students with critical analytical capacities relevant to a range of social, political, economic and cultural challenges,that can be applied both to Africa-specific conditions and to other global, national and local contexts.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- African Studies
- Nature, Population and Society in Africa
- Economic Development in Africa
- Nature, Population and Society in Africa
- Religion, Culture and Society in Africa
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies International Relations Sociology View 7 other Masters in Sociology in DenmarkAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Proof of English language proficiency level B (Danish secondary school) with a weighted grade point average of at least 3,0 or
- Acceptable TOEFL, IELTS or Cambridge Advanced English test scores no more than two years old or
- Proof that English is your native language or
- Proof that English was the language of instruction in your prior education at bachelor level.
Tuition Fee
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International
7194 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7194 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.
- The tuition fee applies per year and is DKK 53,500 per year.
Living costs for Copenhagen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.