Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- Ottawa (Main Campus), CanadaLocation
- African StudiesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Ottawa (Main Campus)Campus
- $48,000Fees
- Ask our teamScholarship
About this programme
The 12-course-unit microprogram in African Studies proposes to increase your knowledge on the main societal, cultural and demographic issues at stake on the African continent (Maghreb and sub-Saharan). The microprogram is structured around 3 compulsory courses in African studies, sociology and anthropology and 1 optional course taken within a choice of courses in other social sciences disciplines.
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In particular, you will gain skills to critically address the stereotypical depictions of Africa to better capture its diversity, richness and huge socio-cultural, economic and political role it is already playing in the contemporary globalized world and will continue to play in the next decades. Course List CodeTitleUnits Compulsory course at the 1000 level AFR 1100Introduction to African Studies3 Units Compulsory course at the 2000 level SOC 2306Social Reconfigurations in Africa3 Units Optional courses 3 course units from: 3 Units ANT 3342 Anthropology of Africa ANT 3345 Anthropology of the Maghreb and the Middle East SOC 3331 Sociology and Anthropology of Development 3 course units from: 3 Units ADM 4319 Strategic Management in Developing and Emerging Economies ANT 3342 Anthropology of Africa CIN 3121 African Cinema DCC 3112 Human Rights and Justice in Africa: Theory and Practice DVM 2105 Introduction to International Development: Historical Perspectives DVM 2106 Introduction to International Development Practices: Challenges and Innovations DVM 4120 International Development Issues in Africa ECH 3370 African Great Lakes ENG 2176 Introduction to the Literatures of Africa and the African Diaspora HIS 3185 Selected Topics in African History South of the Sahara HIS 4186 Seminar in African History HIS 4192 Seminar in the History of the Middle East and North Africa POL 3144 Comparative Politics: Africa POL 3164 Comparative Politics: Middle East and Arab World SOC 3160 Sociology of Racism and Anti-racism SOC 4127 Contemporary Analysis of Migration Total: 12 Units Back to top
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- Your subject background and grades
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University & programme
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- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modefull-time
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Entry requirements
English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if the last three years of study were completed in English in an eligible country; uOttawa reserves the right to request a test at any time. · Application fee: CAD 104.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
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- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$48,000 CAD / year≈ $35,294 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
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- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Microprogram African Studies cost?
CAD 48,000 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
What are the entry requirements?
English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 86; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English test required if the last three years of study were completed in English in an eligible country; uOttawa reserves the right to request a test at any time. · Application fee: CAD 104.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
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