Overview
African Studies at Leiden University allows you to study Africa in-depth. You will gain not only expert knowledge about Africa, but you will also develop valuable skills, including digital academic skills and professional skills.
Is African Studies the programme for you?
- Are you interested in the African continent, its languages and its people?
- Are you keen to learn about the African perspective on developments in and outside the continent in the past as well as in the present?
- Do you want to explore the role of ethnicity, gender and socio-economic background in developments within the African societies?
- Are you interested in the African diaspora all over the world?
- Do you have the ambition and enthusiasm to complete a challenging programme?
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- history
- linguistics
- anthropology
- literature
- cultural studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , EEA/EU
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- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
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Campus Location
- Leiden, Netherlands
Disciplines
African studiesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- an equivalent of a Dutch pre-university education (VWO) diploma.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents13800 EUR / year≈ 13800 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2601 EUR / year≈ 2601 EUR / year
Living costs
Leiden
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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