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African Studies Minor

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Program Overview

Students in the African Studies Minor will explore African history, culture, economies, political systems and artistic expression. A study of Africa provides students with a complex and rich understanding of the most important political issues now being directly faced: environmental degradation, sharing of resources, neocolonialism, challenges faced by the nation-state, pandemics, and gender inequality. Students in this program will explore the interconnections with Europe, Asia and America; Africa鈥檚 central role in world history and processes of globalization; African, Caribbean and African-American cultural and artistic responses to modernity; racism, and liberation.

Complementary Programs:

Major or Minor Programs in International Development Studies, Political Science, History, , Women鈥檚 and Gender Studies, Critical Migration Studies and Sociology

Check out future career opportunities and skills acquired from completing this program:

1. Competencies & Skills

  • Understand connections between Africa鈥檚 past and present
  • Critically engage with African cultures and values
  • Examine selected issues in African ethnography
  • Gather, review, evaluate and interpret information
  • Present information and ideas clearly
  • Develop interdisciplinary analytical skills

2. Careers for Graduates

  • Activist
  • Ambassador
  • Charity Director
  • Community Worker
  • Foreign Correspondent
  • Foreign Services Officer
  • Government Administrator
  • Historical Researcher
  • Institutional Researcher
  • Journalist
  • Lobbyist
  • Policy Advisor
  • Political Advisor

3. Further Education

  • Literature
  • History
  • Education
  • International Development
  • Political Science
  • Law School
  • Paralegal Studies
  • Journalism
  • Public Relations

Program Pathway

Year 1
CHOOSE YOUR COURSES WISELY
  • 1.0 credit as follows: [or ], [or ]. 鈥 Explore different kinds of courses; this will also help with fulfilling breadth requirements and electives.
  • Use to plan your courses and program of interest: uoft.me/degree planning.
DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC & RESEARCH SKILLS
  • Schedule an appointment with your Program Librarian for in-depth research assistance with your assignments.
  • Get writing support and develop your Academic English skills at .
APPLY THEORY TO PRACTICE
  • Attend the UTSC Faculty Mix & Mingle Fair to connect with professors and learn more about their specialties.
  • Start building your (CCR) and search for Experiential Learning opportunities.
BECOME AN ENGAGED CITIZEN (LOCALLY & GLOBALLY)
  • Get involved with the (IDSSA); also explore other relevant student clubs and activities on campus.
  • Volunteer in DSL鈥檚 Alternative Reading Week program to gain experience and knowledge about social change and community development.
PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER
  • Volunteer with organizations to expand your interests 鈥 check listings on (>Jobs & Recruitment).
  • Attend the Get Experience Fair in September and/or register with SCSU鈥檚 to explore opportunities.
Year 2
CHOOSE YOUR COURSES WISELY
  • 1.0 credit from A-level, B-level, C-level and D-level courses (taken in Year 1-4 depending on level) in , , and courses (check UTSC Calendar for details).
  • Use and meet with your Program Advisor or Supervisor to ensure you are on track with your degree.

DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC & RESEARCH SKILLS

APPLY THEORY TO PRACTICE
  • Get involved in relevant opportunities on and/or off campus (e.g., apply to Work Study, or other part-time and summer jobs on (>Jobs & Recruitment)).

BECOME AN ENGAGED CITIZEN (LOCALLY & GLOBALLY)
  • Check (>Jobs & Recruitment) to search for Work Study or volunteer positions on campus to gain experience and to get involved.

PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER
  • Considering grad school? Speak to professors and advisors early so you are on track.
  • Explore careers through the AA&CC鈥檚 Job Shadowing and In The Field programs.
Year 3

CHOOSE YOUR COURSES WISELY
  • 2.0 credits from A-level, B-level, C-level and D-level courses (taken in Year 1-4 depending on level) in , , , , , , , and (check UTSC Calendar for details).
  • Use to ensure you are on track with your degree.
DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC & RESEARCH SKILLS
  • Consider competing for the or .
APPLY THEORY TO PRACTICE
  • Build on your skills and knowledge through relevant events offered through your department, , DSL and the AA&CC.
BECOME AN ENGAGED CITIZEN (LOCALLY & GLOBALLY)
  • Run for an elected position in the
  • Look into volunteering or working overseas to expand your network through International Student Centre鈥檚 (ISC) Global Learning programs.
PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER
Year 4 or Final Year
CHOOSE YOUR COURSES WISELY
  • Ensure you have fulfilled your .
  • Use to ensure you are on track to graduate.
  • Register your 鈥淚ntent to Graduate鈥 on by the deadline.
DEVELOP YOUR ACADEMIC & RESEARCH SKILLS
  • Apply for an Academic Travel Fund through DSL to research, present at a conference, or engage with the international academic community.
APPLY THEORY TO PRACTICE
  • Attend the Summer & Full-Time Job Fair in January to meet with potential employers looking to hire students for relevant summer and full-time positions.
BECOME AN ENGAGED CITIZEN (LOCALLY & GLOBALLY)
  • Participate in the AA&CC鈥檚 program to learn and network with an alumni mentor about transitioning to work or further education.
PLAN FOR YOUR FUTURE CAREER
  • Attend the AA&CC鈥檚 Get Hired job search conference in April/May.
  • Attend the Jobs for Grads orientation for a job search 鈥渃rash course鈥; find job  opportunities on CLNx.
  • Get your Personal Statement reviewed in the AA&CC.
  • Speak to your Program Advisor about applying to grad studies and get your personal statement reviewed in the AA&CC.

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Did You Know

The minor includes courses in Anthropology, Political Science, English, Art, Classics, History and Women鈥檚 Studies.