Culture and Environment in Africa
Master of Arts (M.A.)
| Standard period of study | 4 semesters |
|---|---|
| Start of study | Winter semester |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit points | Subject: 90 CP + Master’s Thesis: 30 CP = 120 CP |
Course description
The Master Culture and Environment in Africa (CEA) is an interdisciplinary programme (in English) focusing on the archaeological, historical, and contemporary political ecology of the African continent. CEA combines natural science, archaeological, historical, anthropological, and linguistic research approaches and provides an understanding of the interrelationships between human action, sociocultural dynamics, and geobiophysical processes. Insights into the applications and political implications of human–environment research, as well as interdisciplinary methods, open up diverse career paths in research and international organisations.
Requirements
This programme is right for you if you have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent in one of the subjects listed in the Master's admission regulations and would like to deepen your specialist knowledge and/or specialize in a specific subject area. Binding information on the admission requirements can be found in the admission regulations for the Master's programme, which you will find above under "Important documents at a glance".
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Language proficiency and other requirements
It may be necessary to provide proof of language skills upon admission to the master's program. You can find more information in the admission regulations.
Structure
- In Core Module 1 students obtain a common understanding of the field of human-environment relations.
- Core Module 2 provides a sound training in interdisciplinary methodology and research approaches.
- Specialisation Modules 1, 2 and 3 introduce students to the core themes of contemporary human-environment research.
- In Specialisation Module 4 students prepare and conduct research and present the results.
- For the Supplementary Module students can choose to study additional courses on specific topics of human-environment relations or do a study-related internship.
Modules - Culture and Environment in Africa | |
Core Module 1 & 2 | |
| BM1: Theories and Concepts in Human-Environment Research | BM2: Methods and Skills |
Specialisation Module 1 & 2 | |
| SM1: The Conservation of Natural and Cultural Heritage | SM2: Mobility, Migration and Urban Studies |
Specialisation Module 3 & 4 | |
| SM3: Languages, Cognition and Societies | SM4: Research Colloquium |
Complemantary Module 1 or 2 | |
| EM1: Complementary Studies | EM2: Internship |
MASTER'S THESIS | |
Career perspectives
A successful master's degree is a prerequisite for a scientific career in teaching and research and is usually essential for doctoral studies. Outside of university, a master's degree also opens up further career opportunities, more responsible positions and the possibility of taking on leadership roles.
The Master Culture and Environment in Africa (CEA) prepares graduates for a wide range of career paths, both in academia and in applied fields. These include positions in academic research and teaching, international organisations, public authorities, and museums, as well as in the assessment and management of cultural and natural heritage sites and in tourism planning.
Course advice
The Departmental Advisors are available to answer subject-specific questions.
You can contact the Interdisciplinary Student Advisory Service if you would like to receive interdisciplinary advice, have specific questions, e.g. about subject combinations, recognition, change of location/transverse entry or graduation - or if you do not know who to contact with your questions.
Application for the first semester
Detailed information on the application process for the Master's programs at the Faculty of Arts and Humantities can be found here.
Only for NC subjects: It is possible to submit a special application under certain circumstances, e.g. if you are an elite athlete or in cases of hardship. You can find information on special applications here.