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This joint BA programme centres Africa, the African Diaspora and Black studies. Through critical engagement, it provides strong intellectual grounding that will enable you to situate and engage with Africa in the global stage by acquiring substantive knowledge of historical and topical issues that are related to the continent. You will also get the opportunity to engage with your own understanding of contemporary themes including migration, colonialism, economic change, climate change and popular culture. The BA Africa and Black Diaspora degree enables students to negotiate with some of the key tensions in the study of Africa and its multiple diasporas. This programme is distinguished through its interdisciplinary and trans-regional approach. It engages with the diasporic worlds and connections between regions of Africa, the Black Atlantic, Black Pacific, Europe, Latin America and Caribbean. You will be able to combine your study of disciplines including Politics, Social Anthropology, Languages and Cultures, Economics and International Relations with Africa and Black Diaspora. You will be able to engage on meaningful projects, explore the regions of your interest through the optional summer or year abroad programmes, and graduate as a skilled and accountable global change maker.
Program overview
Main Subject
Area Studies
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
This joint BA programme centres Africa, the African Diaspora and Black studies. Through critical engagement, it provides strong intellectual grounding that will enable you to situate and engage with Africa in the global stage by acquiring substantive knowledge of historical and topical issues that are related to the continent. You will also get the opportunity to engage with your own understanding of contemporary themes including migration, colonialism, economic change, climate change and popular culture. The BA Africa and Black Diaspora degree enables students to negotiate with some of the key tensions in the study of Africa and its multiple diasporas. This programme is distinguished through its interdisciplinary and trans-regional approach. It engages with the diasporic worlds and connections between regions of Africa, the Black Atlantic, Black Pacific, Europe, Latin America and Caribbean. You will be able to combine your study of disciplines including Politics, Social Anthropology, Languages and Cultures, Economics and International Relations with Africa and Black Diaspora. You will be able to engage on meaningful projects, explore the regions of your interest through the optional summer or year abroad programmes, and graduate as a skilled and accountable global change maker.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
SOAS gives students the unique chance to study in a lively cosmopolitan environment with like-minded individuals who feel passionately about their subject and global affairs.
SOAS runs a number of undergraduate degrees in the social sciences, including the following subjects:
Many programs at SOAS feature the opportunity to spend a year studying in another country.
A diverse campus Undergraduates benefit from a vast community of students, all centered around a central London campus and a shared interest in global issues. SOAS is a place for people who wish to gain a more profound understanding of the world and examine their own assumptions and beliefs.
Accommodation
SOAS students can choose from a wide variety of 1200+ centrally located halls and private accommodation.
Our accommodation offers SOAS only and Intercollegiate properties.
Our accommodation includes twin, single and double rooms, catered and self catered, ensuite and with shared facilities.
We can offer female only accommodation, studios, shared flats and houses and private sector accommodation as well as our halls.
Our accommodation office offers a full information, advice and support service.
To apply for an undergraduate degree at SOAS (including students wishing to transfer from another university), you must do so through the UK’s centralised applications portal, UCAS.
Find more specific country information on visas, bursaries, entry requirements and English language proficiency here.
SOASis a research-intensive institution, particularly in the areas of diplomacy, resources, governance and heritage. Consequently, SOAS students often end up working in careers that make a real difference to the world, shaping policy and public discourse on economic, political, cultural, security and religious matters.
Postgraduate programmes at SOAS are recognisable for their specialist focus, flexible learning, and international perspective. Some of these courses include:
Scholarships at SOAS are awarded through a competitive application process, with the majority of deadlines in the January or February preceding the year of entry. Check here for any deadlines to watch out for.
Online and distance learning
As well as taught degrees on campus, SOAS runs a number of online and distance learning courses for more than 3,000 students based in 150 countries who wish to fit their studies around their professional and personal commitments.
BA Africa and Black Diaspora (3 years)
Russell Square Campus, London, United Kingdom
36 monthsProgram duration
21,990 GBPTuition Fee/year
YesScholarships
Area StudiesMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Area Studies
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Through critical engagement, it provides strong intellectual grounding that will enable you to situate and engage with Africa in the global stage by acquiring substantive knowledge of historical and topical issues that are related to the continent.
You will also get the opportunity to engage with your own understanding of contemporary themes including migration, colonialism, economic change, climate change and popular culture.
The BA Africa and Black Diaspora degree enables students to negotiate with some of the key tensions in the study of Africa and its multiple diasporas. This programme is distinguished through its interdisciplinary and trans-regional approach. It engages with the diasporic worlds and connections between regions of Africa, the Black Atlantic, Black Pacific, Europe, Latin America and Caribbean.
You will be able to combine your study of disciplines including Politics, Social Anthropology, Languages and Cultures, Economics and International Relations with Africa and Black Diaspora. You will be able to engage on meaningful projects, explore the regions of your interest through the optional summer or year abroad programmes, and graduate as a skilled and accountable global change maker.
Program overview
Main Subject
Area Studies
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Through critical engagement, it provides strong intellectual grounding that will enable you to situate and engage with Africa in the global stage by acquiring substantive knowledge of historical and topical issues that are related to the continent.
You will also get the opportunity to engage with your own understanding of contemporary themes including migration, colonialism, economic change, climate change and popular culture.
The BA Africa and Black Diaspora degree enables students to negotiate with some of the key tensions in the study of Africa and its multiple diasporas. This programme is distinguished through its interdisciplinary and trans-regional approach. It engages with the diasporic worlds and connections between regions of Africa, the Black Atlantic, Black Pacific, Europe, Latin America and Caribbean.
You will be able to combine your study of disciplines including Politics, Social Anthropology, Languages and Cultures, Economics and International Relations with Africa and Black Diaspora. You will be able to engage on meaningful projects, explore the regions of your interest through the optional summer or year abroad programmes, and graduate as a skilled and accountable global change maker.
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
More programs from the university
Bachelor UG
Master PG
PHD
SOAS gives students the unique chance to study in a lively cosmopolitan environment with like-minded individuals who feel passionately about their subject and global affairs.
SOAS runs a number of undergraduate degrees in the social sciences, including the following subjects:
Find all undergraduate programmes listed here.
Many programs at SOAS feature the opportunity to spend a year studying in another country.
A diverse campus
Undergraduates benefit from a vast community of students, all centered around a central London campus and a shared interest in global issues. SOAS is a place for people who wish to gain a more profound understanding of the world and examine their own assumptions and beliefs.
Accommodation
SOAS students can choose from a wide variety of 1200+ centrally located halls and private accommodation.
Our accommodation offers SOAS only and Intercollegiate properties.
Our accommodation includes twin, single and double rooms, catered and self catered, ensuite and with shared facilities.
We can offer female only accommodation, studios, shared flats and houses and private sector accommodation as well as our halls.
Our accommodation office offers a full information, advice and support service.
Catered weekly - £156.73 to £305.83
Self Catered - £152.00 - £290.43
Read more about student accommodation at SOAS.Application
To apply for an undergraduate degree at SOAS (including students wishing to transfer from another university), you must do so through the UK’s centralised applications portal, UCAS.
Find more specific country information on visas, bursaries, entry requirements and English language proficiency here.
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BA Chinese
BA Creative Arts and Cultural Industries
BA Global Liberal Arts
BA History
BA History of Art
BA Japanese
BA Korean
BA Languages and Cultures (Middle East, Africa, South and Southeast Asia) (3 years)
BA World Philosophies
Business and Management (4)
BSc Accounting and Finance
BSc Management
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BA Social Anthropology
Social Sciences and Management (4)
BA Africa and Black Diaspora (3 years)
BA East Asian Studies
BA Economics
BA Global Development
BA International Relations
BA Law
BA Politics
BA Politics and International Relations
BSc Development Economics
BSc Economics
BSc Politics, Philosophy and Economics
LLB Single Honours
LLB with Year Abroad
Looking to the future
SOAS is a research-intensive institution, particularly in the areas of diplomacy, resources, governance and heritage. Consequently, SOAS students often end up working in careers that make a real difference to the world, shaping policy and public discourse on economic, political, cultural, security and religious matters.
Postgraduate programmes at SOAS are recognisable for their specialist focus, flexible learning, and international perspective. Some of these courses include:
Browse all postgraduate courses here.
Scholarships and funding
Scholarships at SOAS are awarded through a competitive application process, with the majority of deadlines in the January or February preceding the year of entry. Check here for any deadlines to watch out for.
Online and distance learning
As well as taught degrees on campus, SOAS runs a number of online and distance learning courses for more than 3,000 students based in 150 countries who wish to fit their studies around their professional and personal commitments.
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MA Chinese Studies
MA Comparative Literature
MA Curating Cultures
MA Global Creative and Cultural Industries
MA History
MA History and Intensive Language
MA History of Art and Archaeology
MA History of Art and Archaeology of East Asia
MA History of Art and Archaeology of East Asia and Intensive Language
MA History of Art and Architecture of the Islamic Middle East
MA History of Art and Architecture of the Islamic Middle East and Intensive Language
MA Japanese Studies
MA Japanese Studies (Dual Degree Programme)
MA Korean Studies
MA Korean Studies and Intensive Language
MA Linguistics
MA Linguistics and Intensive Language
MA Music
MA Postcolonial Studies
MA Traditions of Yoga and Meditation
MA Translation
Business and Management (5)
MSc Finance
MSc Finance (Banking) (Distance Learning)
MSc Finance (Economic Policy) (Distance Learning)
MSc Finance (Financial Sector Management) (Distance Learning)
MSc Finance (Quantitative Finance) (Distance Learning)
MSc Finance and Financial Law (Distance Learning)
MSc International Business
MSc International Business Administration (Distance Learning)
MSc International Marketing
MSc Public Financial Management (Distance Learning)
Life Sciences and Medicine (5)
MA Anthropology of Food
MA Anthropology of Food and Intensive Language
MA Anthropology of Global Futures and Sustainability
MA Cultural Studies
MA Medical Anthropology and Mental Health
MA Social Anthropology
MA Social Anthropology and Intensive Language
MRes Social Anthropology
MRes Social Anthropology and Intensive Language
Natural Sciences (5)
MSc Environment, Politics and Development
MSc/PGDip/PGCert Sustainable Development (Online)
Social Sciences and Management (5)
LLM (Master of Laws)
LLM Environmental Law and Sustainable Development
LLM Human Rights, Conflict and Justice
LLM International Commercial and Economic Law
LLM International Law
LLM Islamic Law
LLM Law and Gender
MA African Studies
MA African Studies and Intensive Swahili
MA Buddhist Studies
MA Buddhist Studies with Intensive Language
MA Environmental Law and Sustainable Development
MA Gender Studies
MA Gender Studies (Middle East Pathway)
MA Gender Studies and Law
MA Gender, Sexuality in Global Politics (Online)
MA Global Diplomacy (Online)
MA Global Diplomacy: East Asia (Online)
MA Global Diplomacy: MENA (Online)
MA Global Diplomacy: South Asia (Online)
MA Global Media and Communications
MA Global Media and Digital Cultures (Online)
MA Global Security and Strategy (Online)
MA Human Rights Law
MA International Law
MA International Studies and Diplomacy
MA Iranian Studies
MA Iranian Studies and Intensive Persian
MA Islamic Law
MA Islamic Studies
MA Japanese Studies and Intensive Language
MA Legal Studies (General Programme)
MA Media in Development
MA Middle Eastern Studies
MA Middle Eastern Studies and Intensive Languages
MA Migration and Diaspora Studies
MA Migration and Diaspora Studies and Intensive Language
MA Muslim Minorities in a Global Context (Online)
MA Religion, Politics and Society
MA South Asian Area Studies
MA South Asian Studies and Intensive Language
MA South East and Pacific Asian Studies
MA Taiwan Studies
MA Transnational Queer Feminist Politics
MA Transnational Queer Feminist Politics with special reference to the Middle East
MRes Law
MSc Development Economics
MSc Economic Policy
MSc Economics
MSc Global Corporations and Policy (Online)
MSc Global Development
MSc Global Energy and Climate Policy
MSc Global Energy and Climate Policy (Online)
MSc Global Public Policy (Online)
MSc Humanitarian Action (Online)
MSc Humanitarianism, Aid and Conflict
MSc International Development (Online)
MSc Migration Mobility and Development
MSc Politics and International Relations
MSc Public Policy and Management
MSc Research for International Development
MSc Violence, Conflict and Development
MSc in Public Policy and Management (Distance Learning)
MSc/PGDip/PGCert Climate Change and Development (Online)
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Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) Creative Arts and Cultural Industries
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) History of Art and/or Archaeology
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) Music
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in Chinese and Inner Asian Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in Japanese and Korean Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in Linguistics
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in Translation Studies
Research Degrees: History
Business and Management (4)
Research Degrees: Finance and Management (MPhil/PhD)
Life Sciences and Medicine (4)
Research degrees: Anthropology and Sociology
Social Sciences and Management (4)
Economics: Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD)
Law Research Degree (PhD)
MPhil/PhD in Development Economics
MPhil/PhD in Development Studies
MPhil/PhD in Economics
MPhil/PhD in International Development
PhD Degree: Politics and International Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) Cultural, Literary and Postcolonial Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) Film Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in African Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in Gender Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in Near and Middle Eastern Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in South Asian Studies
Research Degrees (MPhil/PhD) in South East Asian Studies
Research Degrees: Media Studies
Research Degrees: Religions and Philosophies