2018-2019 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog [Archived Catalog]
African Studies Program
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Contact Information
Dr. Macrina Lelei
Graduate Advisor and Interim Director
African Studies Program
4137 Wesley W. Posvar Hall
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
412-648-2058
Fax: 412-648-7214
E-mail: africast@pitt.edu
www.ucis.pitt.edu/africa
The Graduate Certificate
The African Studies Program offers the graduate certificate in African Studies designed to provide students the opportunity for the interdisciplinary study of Africa. Students seeking a graduate degree at any school within the University may pursue a graduate certificate in African Studies by enrolling in the program and meeting the stipulated requirements. The Graduate Certificate program is specifically designed for graduate students who desire an opportunity to intensify their study of Africa and develop real insights into issues of critical importance in their fields of research and career interests as relates to Africa. The program provides students with fundamental grounding in African Studies through exposure to the major areas of research and knowledge on Africa in their respective disciplines. In addition, students are provided with opportunities to participate in research projects, symposia, lectures, conferences, and workshops on Africa. They are also encouraged to participate in internship opportunities with a specific focus on Africa.
Admission to the Certificate Program
Although formal admission to the program is allowed at any point in the student’s academic career, students are encouraged to apply for admission early enough to allow them ample time to complete all the requirements in a timely manner. Application information can be obtained from the African Studies Web site or students can apply for admission to the program at our office.
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