Overview

The teaching on the MSc programme is built around the two core courses. The first core course examines research methodologies and strategies, including the politics of researching and writing on Africa, and is taught in Michaelmas term.

The second is a weekly lecture and seminar over two terms (Michaelmas and Hilary term) covering key questions in African history and the social sciences, giving close attention to critical debates and current issues.

The core courses form compulsory elements of the degree African Studies programme at the University of Oxford and are open only to students taking the MSc in African Studies.

In addition to the two core courses, you will take an optional paper on a particular theme and within a specific discipline. A wide selection of optional papers is available each year.

Graduate destinations

This advanced degree programme provides an excellent foundation for those who wish to expand their knowledge of African studies, prior to working for NGOs, the civil service, international organisations, and the media, or in other professional capacities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methodology

Ethics and Research Strategies

Themes in African History and the Social Sciences

An optional paper

A dissertation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-27 00:00:00

Language

English

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110

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7.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oxford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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110

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcript(s)

CV/résumé

Statement of purpose/personal statement: A maximum of 700 words

Written work: Two essays of a maximum of 2,000 words each

References/letters of recommendation: Three overall, all of which must be academic

Tuition Fees

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36250 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

20230 GBP / year

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Living costs

Oxford

United Kingdom

939 - 1530 GBP / month

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Funding

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