Overview
InĀ the African Studies program, you can develop a deeper understanding of the African continentĀ and its peoples,Ā fromĀ the history,Ā religions and culturesĀ of different regions,Ā toĀ contemporaryĀ postcolonial literature,Ā issues inĀ healthĀ andĀ economicĀ development.Ā TheseĀ interdisciplinary coursesĀ can leadĀ to a Minor or Major Concentration.Ā Ā
Established in 1969, the program was the first of its kind in Canada.Ā You will gain an appreciation forĀ the contributionsĀ thatĀ Africans have madeĀ to world culture and civilization, and an awareness of theĀ factors affecting thisĀ continent's current struggle to achieve development.
Careers
By choosing to expand your knowledge and understanding of the African continent and its peoples, many different career paths await after graduation, including:
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- Professor
Course Work
As an African StudiesĀ student you can take courses like:
Related Majors
Related majors include:
Ready to apply?
For this program, you'll need to apply to theĀ Faculty of Arts.
See theĀ full eligibility informationĀ for more information about deadlines and required documents for your application.