Northwestern University Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences 4 courses 6 total credits
The minor in African studies approaches the study of African societies, cultures, histories, and arts across disciplines in the humanities, social sciences, and professions. Students earning a bachelor’s degree in Weinberg College or another Northwestern school may complete the minor. In addition, undergraduates in all disciplines are welcome to participate formally or informally in the program’s activities, which advance the training of Africa specialists at Northwestern and promote awareness of Africa in a wider context. Students are required to take six courses with Africa content from at least two departments.
| 3 elective courses | credits |
Minor Requirements
2 African history courses chosen from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HISTORY 255-1 | African Civilizations | 1 |
| HISTORY 255-2 | Africa in the Age of Early Modern Empires | 1 |
| HISTORY 255-3 | Modern Africa | 1 |
| Total Minor Requirements | 6 credits | |
Minor Requirements
1 anthropology course:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANTHRO 255-0 | Contemporary African Worlds | 1 |
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