Programme Presentation

African Studies

About the programme African Studies

African Studies is an English-taught programme in which you will study Africa in all its aspects. You will explore the continent’s history, languages, literature and art, while also looking at its economic and political role in today’s globalised world. Additionally, you will learn Swahili and spend a semester in an African country, learning a second language and getting an inside view of African daily life. After graduation, you will find that your knowledge and skills are sought after on the job market. You could work for, instance, as a translator, journalist, editor or policy adviser.

Why African Studies in Leiden?

• The only BA programme of its kind in Europe
• You can tailor the programme to your own interests
• Semester abroad in an African country
• Choose and combine different disciplines, such as African History, Anthropology, Linguistics or Literature and Arts
• Acquire expert knowledge on Africa as well as (digital) academic and personal skills