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African Studies Minor (HBA)

Admissions Category: Social Sciences & Humanities

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Program Overview

Students in the 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 , Political ScienceHistory, , Women鈥檚 and Gender StudiesCritical Migration Studies and Sociology



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

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

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

Further Education

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

Program Pathway

Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4

Year 1
Choose Your Courses Wisely
  • 1.0 credit as follows: [or ], [or ].
  • 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
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 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  and 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 .

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
  • Plan a career path with a staff member at the .
  • Check  for networking events and employer information sessions to attend.
  • Attend the  in September.


Year 4
Choose Your Courses Wisely
  • Ensure you have fulfilled your breadth requirements.
  • 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 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  job search conference in April/May.
  • Attend the  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 .

Glossary

  • AACC - Academic Advising and Career Centre (www.utsc.utoronto.ca/aacc)
  • CCR - Co-Curricular Record (https://clnx.utoronto.ca/ccr/overview.htm)
  • CLNx - Career Co-Curricular Learning Network (https://clnx.utoronto.ca/home.htm)
  • CTL - Centre for Teaching and Learning (/ctl)
  • DSL - Department of Student Life (/studentlife)
  • ISC - International Student Centre (/utscinternational)
  • SCSU - Scarborough Campus Students Union (https://www.scsu.ca)


Contacts


Departmental Contact

Arifa Akhter Nitol

E-mail: arifa.nitol@utoronto.ca
Location: HL 226
Phone: 416-208-4847

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African Studies Librarian

Whitney Kemble

E-mail: whitney.kemble@utoronto.ca
Location: ARC main floor
Phone: 416-287-7499


Academic Advising & Career Centre

Location: AC213
Phone: 416-287-7561


Department of Student Life

studentlife.utsc@utoronto.ca

Location: SL157
Phone: 416-208-5129

/studentlife/


International Development Studies Students' Association [IDSSA]

E-mail: idssa.utsc@gmail.com

Did You Know?

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