Culture and Environment in Africa
Master of Arts (M.A.)
| Standard period of study | 4 semesters |
|---|---|
| Start of study | Winter semester |
| Restricted admission | Ja |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit points | Subject: 90 CP + Master’s Thesis: 30 CP = 120 CP |
Course description
The Master of Arts in Culture and Environment in Africa (CEA) is a two-year English-medium, interdisciplinary degree programme, focusing on the archaeological, historical and contemporary political ecology of the African continent. Particular attention is given to skills, methods and knowledge of human-environment studies in Africa. The degree will provide students from diverse disciplinary backgrounds with a comprehensive understanding of the complex interrelationships between human agency, socio-cultural dynamics and geobiophysical processes.
CEA combines natural science, archaeological, historical, anthropological and linguistic research approaches, offering graduates enhanced career prospects not only in academia, but also in national and international organizations operating in the field.
The programme provides a thorough knowledge of, and insights into:
- key issues of human-environment research in Africa
- core concepts, theories and applications of human-environment research
- interdisciplinary methodologies (e.g. qualitative and quantitative approaches in social anthropology, geoarchaeology and linguistic fieldwork)
- political and administrative implications of interdisciplinary research
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.
- 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 | |
A Master’s of Culture and Environment in Africa (CEA) degree opens a world of opportunities for graduates. Whether pursuing a PhD or embarking on professional endeavours, the CEA programme prepares students for careers in:
- research and academic teaching
- international organizations
- government administrations
- museums
- assessment and management of cultural and natural heritage sites
- 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.