The African studies track focuses on the history, social sciences, and cultures of Africa. The Arabic-Islamic Africa track focuses on the Arabic language and the history and culture of Islamic Africa. All four tracks encourage students to study a language related to Africa and to take advantage of opportunities to study and work there. Degree Requirements Students must complete at least 120 credits to graduate, including at least 30 credits in the major. Students may receive a maximum of 6 credits toward the major for approved domestic or foreign internships.
Specific requirements vary depending on selected track.
Consult the student handbook of the Department of Afro-American and African Studies for details. Students selecting this major must consult with the undergraduate adviser to establish an approved program. For the Arab-Islamic Africa track, six semesters of Arabic are required. An approved senior thesis represents the culmination of a student's degree program and should develop from the concentration defined by earlier coursework. Students work with a selected faculty member over two semesters.