Africana Studies
Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States
The Wellesley College Africana Studies program is an interdisciplinary, transnational curriculum that explores the experiences, histories, and cultural traditions of people of African descent. It employs diverse theoretical and methodological approaches, integrating studies of political and social movements such as Negritude, Garveyism, pan-Africanism, the Civil Rights Movement, Decolonization, Black Consciousness, Black Identities, and Black Feminism. Through coursework spanning history, literature, psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, religion, and the arts, students critically examine the African diaspora and its global connections.
- Wellesley, Massachusetts, United States
- 4 years
- On Campus
- ₹59,36,938/Year
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Program Overview
The Wellesley College Africana Studies program is an interdisciplinary, transnational curriculum that explores the experiences, histories, and cultural traditions of people of African descent. It employs diverse theoretical and methodological approaches, integrating studies of political and social movements such as Negritude, Garveyism, pan-Africanism, the Civil Rights Movement, Decolonization, Black Consciousness, Black Identities, and Black Feminism. Through coursework spanning history, literature, psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science, economics, religion, and the arts, students critically examine the African diaspora and its global connections.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
No Admission Requirement Available.
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-09-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Unknown
Programme Structure
Courses include:African American History: From Reconstruction to the PresentUnpacking Blackness, Ethnicity and Identity in the African DiasporaSeminar. African Civilizations to 1700sThe Black ChurchCultures of the Portuguese-Speaking World through Film, Music and Fiction (In English)
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
No academic requirements found.
English Language Requirements
No English language requirements found.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must meet standard university admission criteria, including proficiency in English (reading, writing, and verbal skills), and demonstrate competence in writing, literature interpretation, mathematics, and at least one laboratory science. Additional requirements include completing other academic prerequisites typical for university entry, such as relevant coursework and standardized testing, to ensure readiness for interdisciplinary study.
Course Fees
₹59,36,938/Year
Annual Fee
4 years
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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