African Studies
| Graad: | Master of Arts in African Studies |
|---|---|
| Onderwijsvorm: | Voltijd |
| Duur: | 1 jaar |
| Start: | September, februari |
| Taal: | Engels |
| Vestigingsplaats: | Leiden |
| Croho/isatcode: | 60837 |
De master Afican Studies is uniek in Nederland. Deze multidisciplinaire opleiding biedt je de kans om het Afrikaanse continent vanuit verschillende perspectieven te bekijken. Je bestudeert de belangrijkste historische, culturele, sociaal-economische en politieke ontwikkelingen die er momenteel spelen. Hiermee leg je een solide basis voor kennis waarop je na je afstuderen verder kunt bouwen.
Andere factoren die deze master zeer de moeite waard maken zijn de aanwezigheid van gerenommeerde docenten, een uitstekende bibliotheek, nabijheid van relevante musea en de interessante mogelijkheden om in Afrika veldwerk te doen.
Career
Graduates of the MA in African Studies are qualified to work within a variety of professions focussed on the African continent. You will be able to work in a governmental policy–making department, with NGOs involved in development cooperation projects, with international organisations, or in research, management, education, journalism or public relations. Alumni have worked within religious organisations, publishers, museums and socio-cultural establishments.
Some figures about graduates of Middle Eastern and African studies
How successful are they in finding a job?
- 90 % found a job within six months.
- 90 % held a position at academic or HBO level when the study was carried out.
In which sector do they find jobs?
- Research: 30
- Teaching: 13
- Publishing / book sector: 13
- Idealistic organisation: 13
- Communication: 4
- Business services: 4
- Other: 22
What are their main tasks and responsibilities? (%)
Source: Employment Market Study among Leiden Graduates of Middle Eastern and African studies (2009, Student Career Service Humanities )
