Undergraduate Certificate in African Studies in Ypsilanti United States | Eastern Michigan University

Eastern Michigan University | Ypsilanti United States
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Qualification
Advanced Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 7,530
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
6 months

Enhance your degree by specializing with an undergraduate certificate in African Studies. Develop a scholarly understanding of both ancient and modern Africa. This program covers key aspects of African affairs including history, political economy, geography, governance, and arts, helping students appreciate the rich diversity of human experience.

In summary, this program aims to provide students with:
1. Cross-cultural awareness
2. Skills to formulate social policies and cultural proficiencies relevant to their professions
3. Understanding of fundamental epistemological concepts in African Studies
4. Enhanced research, analytical thinking, and academic writing abilities

Career Prospects

This certification offers valuable advantages for both undergraduate students and professionals across various fields. The credential complements careers in education, social services, global professions, healthcare, and political science. It's especially beneficial for those in international relations, economic and political analysis, public policy, media, community engagement, social work, human resources, and cultural diversity fields.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 5.5

Qualification Requirements

Apply to Eastern Michigan University. If you havent done so already, please visit our Select Scholars application page to apply.
Meet the minimum requirement of 2.0 cumulative High School Grade Point Average or higher (on a 4.0 scale) for consideration.
EMU uses a test-optional admissions model for first-year admission.
A student with a cumulative high school GPA of 2.75 or higher will not be required to submit a standardized test score.
A student with a cumulative high school GPA of 2.5-2.74 will be considered test-optional. Upon review of application and academic history, standardized test scores may be requested if required.
At student with a cumulative high school of 2.49 and below will be required to submit a test score.
Official transcripts are required for all admission consideration

Accepted tests and minimum scores required

SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing Subscore (EBRW): 480
ACT English Subscore: 19
TOEFL: 61 iBT (TOEFL Home Edition also accepted)
IELTS: 6.0 (IELTS Indicator also accepted)
Michigan English Test (MET): 48
Pearson English Language Test (PTE): 44
Duolingo: 95

Tuition USD 7,530

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