88 Master's degrees in African Studies

University of Kansas4,6(8)

Lawrence, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

African and African-American Studies

The African and African-American Studies program at University of Kansas takes two years of full-time study. Nine upper-division and graduate courses, in addition to a thesis or additional course work for a non-thesis option, are required for the degree.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$20,712/yr

Leiden University4,0(130)

Leiden, Netherlands Top 0.5% in Worldwide

African Studies

The African Studies programme at Leiden University is unique in the Netherlands and offers you the opportunity to learn about Africa from a wide range of perspectives: historical, anthropological, literary, linguistic, cultural, geographical, economic and political.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,306/yr

Syracuse University3,9(14)

Syracuse, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Pan African Studies

The M.A. degree in Pan African Studies is a 30-credit program at Syracuse University offering students a comprehensive understanding of the global African experience.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$36,270/yr

Catholic University of America4,3(28)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 6% in Worldwide

Semitic and Egyptian Languages and Literatures

Students on the master of arts level of the Semitic and Egyptian Languages and Literatures degree from Catholic University of America may specialize in Ancient Near Eastern studies (ANE) or Christian Near Eastern studies (CNE). MA students choose two primary research languages and generally do course work in additional languages as well.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$38,400/yr

Eastern Michigan University4,4(7)

Ypsilanti, United States

Africology and African American Studies

The Master of Arts in Africology and African American Studies offers two optional tracks: Applied or Thesis-based. Students are required to choose a complementary focus according to their vocational orientation or their undergraduate degrees—from among participating disciplinary programs/departments across academic disciplines and programs of Eastern Michigan University.

M.A. Full-time On-campus +2

1 year$20,916/yr

Saint-Petersburg University4,2(63)

Saint Petersburg, Russia Top 3% in Worldwide

Languages and Cultures of Africa

The Languages and Cultures of Africa programme offered at Saint-Petersburg State University is designed for those who are interested in studying African languages, history, regional and ethnic characteristics, culture, modern social and political development, and art and literature.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$5,708/yr

Stony Brook University4,4(14)

New York City, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Africana Studies

Africana Studies from Stony Brook University is for anyone who wants to have a more profound understanding of the contemporary globalized world. The M.A. in Africana Studies is intended to develop an understanding of the experiences of people of African descent in all regions of the globe and across time.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$19,746/yr

Morgan State University4,3(14)

Baltimore, United States

African-American Studies

The Master of Arts Degree in African-American Studies of Morgan State University has a concentration in African Diaspora history. It is a cooperative program that includes other university liberal arts departments.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$29,100/yr

University of Louisville

Louisville, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Pan-African Studies: African Diaspora Studies

The Pan-African Studies: African Diaspora Studies programme at the University of Louisville offers a comprehensive exploration of global Black cultures. This interdisciplinary degree is available through full-time study, providing students with deep insights into race, identity, and history over a standard four-year duration.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$31,108/yr

University of Pretoria4,2(326)

Pretoria, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

African Languages

African Languages from University of Pretoria provides a holistic education, transferable skills, critical thinking, and communication and problem-solving that will help you develop to your full potential.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$5,068/yr

University of Johannesburg4,1(219)

Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

South African and International Taxation

The purpose of the South African and International Taxation program from University of Johannesburg is to develop applied specialised competencies in mastering, interpretation, understanding, analysis and application of taxation principles in the taxation field.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus

1 yearTuition not available

North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University3,4(19)

Greensboro, United States

English and African - American Literature

The Master of Arts program in English and African - American Literature from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University offers students a wide range of skills and knowledge.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,090/yr

University at Albany3,9(10)

Albany, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Africana Studies

Curate your expertise on the cultures and histories of Africans and African Americans with the Africana Studies program of University at Albany. The university was the first one to offer an Africana Studies graduate degree and remains one of the few institutions in the nation with an MA program in the field.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,802/yr

University of Louisville

Louisville, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Pan-African Studies: African American Studies

The Pan-African Studies: African American Studies programme at the University of Louisville offers a comprehensive exploration of the global Black diaspora. This interdisciplinary degree is available through Kentucky's only dedicated Black Studies department, providing students with flexible full-time study options.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$31,108/yr

Istanbul Ticaret University4,1(67)

Istanbul, Turkey

African Studies and International Relations

The African Studies and International Relations degree from Istanbul Ticaret University is an interdisciplinary master’s programme.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$7,000/yr

University of Bayreuth4,5(104)

Bayreuth, Germany Top 2% in Worldwide

African Verbal and Visual Arts

The English-taught African Verbal and Visual Arts programme of University of Bayreuth builds on knowledge relating to the diversity and creativity in languages, literatures, arts, and media in Africa. The interdisciplinary orientation and various subject combinations make the programme one-of-a-kind.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$403/yr

University of Birmingham4,2(62)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

African Studies (by research)

Join Birmingham's internationally renowned Department of African Studies and Anthropology and develop your own independent research project on Africa or its diasporas. Learn more at the African Studies (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$31,740/yr

University of Birmingham4,2(62)

Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

African Studies (by research)

Join Birmingham's internationally renowned Department of African Studies and Anthropology and develop your own independent research project on Africa or its diasporas. Learn more at the African Studies (by research) from University of Birmingham.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$31,740/yr

University of Basel3,9(12)

Basel, Switzerland Top 1% in Worldwide

African Studies

The African Studies Master's program at the University of Basel provides students with in-depth knowledge and skills in interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary academic engagement with Africa.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$2,175/yr

The University of Arizona4,2(46)

Tucson, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Middle Eastern and North African Studies

The Middle Eastern and North African Studies programme at The University of Arizona offers a rigorous curriculum that encourages you to engage in a critical analysis of current ideas and methodologies in the field.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$23,400/yr