African Studies, Undergraduate Certificate
Certificate in African Studies
The African Studies certificate requires a total of 6 courses (18 credit hours). Proficiency in a language relevant to the African continent and/or field of study. Students may fulfill the language requirement by completing at least beginner level (one year) in any relevant language plus one year of study of an indigenous African language. Students of all majors are welcome to pursue the certificate. There is an optional senior thesis.
Study abroad in Africa is encouraged, but not required. We offer programs in Tanzania, Kenya, and Ghana. Merit-based/need based fellowships are available to support study abroad on the continent.