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Graduate Certificate in African Studies at Boston University

Boston University, United States

Programme overview

The certificate provides specialised training and research experience in African studies for advanced students in fields such as law, management and public health. Students in any BU graduate or professional programme who meet the requirements can earn it.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts & Sciences  |  Department: African Studies Center  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Boston, MA, United States

What you will study

At least 16 unit hours from the African Studies curriculum with a B or better in each, from at least two departments or schools, with no more than 8 units of directed study or research. Also requires a significant research piece (thesis, dissertation or two seminar papers) and reading knowledge of an African language or a European language used in African studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Open to students enrolled in a BU graduate or professional programme; eligibility is verified through a form submitted to the certificate director.

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