African Studies is an interdisciplinary minor that covers African topics through a coordinated set of courses offered in the Departments of Anthropology, Communication, Ethnic Studies, History, Literature, Music, Political Science, Sociology, Theatre Arts, and Visual Arts. In addition to the offerings at UCSD, opportunities for further study in Africa and Europe are avail- able through the University of California Education Abroad Program and the UCSD Opportunities Abroad Program. Students develop a broad background in African histories, societies, cultures and politics. A minor in African Studies signals a candidate with a strong global perspective and offers a competitive edge in career and academic possibilities.

A minor in African Studies consists of six total courses.
Take a minimum of one course from Groups A, B, and C,
but take no more than four courses in any one department.
Detailed course descriptions are available in the course
catalog and up-to-date class information is available
through the departments.

African Studies Minor
Spring 2025 Course Offerings