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MA/PGDiploma African Studies

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Course Overview

The multidisciplinary African Studies programme from University of Birmingham provides you with the research training necessary to undertake a broad-based, multidisciplinary study of contemporary Africa. It provides you with an understanding of major social, cultural, political and economic developments in Africa and the Diaspora.

It enhances your ability to prepare and present to an audience material you have researched. It also enables you to develop your critical and analytical powers in relation to current events in Africa, as well as your ability to approach contemporary African issues from interdisciplinary standpoints.

General Eligibility

MA programmes normally require an upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent with some background in the disciplines to be studied. Applicants with a background in other disciplines, or with less traditional qualifications, may be accepted for the Diploma in African Studies.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • English requirements

    IELTS - 6.5

    TOEFL - 88

Programme Information
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Course Category

Politics and International Development

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Campus Name

Birmingham, England

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Course Level

Postgraduate

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Duration

Full-time, 1 year, Part-time, 2 years

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Available Intake

September

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IELTS Score

6.5

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Tuition Fees Range

Home full-time: £21,240 , International full-time: £24,509,

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