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African Languages and Cultures
Bachelor of Arts (B.A. Dual Major)
| Standard period of study | 6 semesters |
|---|---|
| Start of study | Winter semester |
| Teaching language | German |
| Combinability | Dual-subject bachelor’s degree programme, combined with a second subject |
| Credit points | Subject A: 78 CP + Subject B: 78 CP + integrated Degree: 12 LP + Bachelor’s Thesis: 12 CP = 180 CP |
Course description
- How many languages are there in Africa and what is the relationship between language and culture?
- What do you learn about past and present African cultures?
- How does the degree relate to modern African society?
The African Languages and Cultures degree introduces students to the linguistic and cultural studies area of research into Africa including Egypt and the Sudan. The degree programme covers descriptive and comparative African linguistics, ancient history specialising on the Nile valley region and cultural studies with respect to Africa.
Students must study at least one African language. The following languages are available: Ancient Egyptian, Swahili and Hausa.
Students are also able to specialise by selecting two advanced modules from the three available modules of African linguistics, the cultural anthropology of Africa and Egyptology.
The “African Languages and Cultures” degree programme in Cologne is unique and innovative in the German-speaking university landscape because it builds on international research, bringing together the methods and contents of African studies and Egyptology within one degree programme.
The departments in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities are linked with other disciplines within the subject groups and also through teaching and research centres: Lecture series and workshops are held on a regular basis and give you the opportunity to view your chosen subject in a broader context, which in turn will benefit you later on in your professional career.
Requirements
To succeed in your studies, you need above all an interest in the subject matter, a love of reading and a critical approach to texts and scientific theories. In addition, you should be able to study independently and have good verbal communication skills.
Dokumente/Downloads
Language proficiency and other requirements
It is assumed that you have sufficient knowledge of English to understand academic texts written in English. You do not need to provide proof of this knowledge.
Structure
Career perspectives
After successfully completing your bachelor's degree, you have the option of continuing on to a master's degree to deepen your specialist knowledge and/or specialize. Alternatively, you can also start working directly in various professional fields. We recommend always completing internships during your studies for better orientation. Internships can be in certain circumstances recognized for your study programme or your Studium Integrale.
Application for the first semester
You can register on the KLIPS 2.0 portal during the application period. You can find further information on the website of the Student Application and Registration Office. Prospective students who are not EU citizens should visit the website of the International Office for information on the application formalities.
Only for NC subjects: It is possible to submit a special application under certain circumstances, e.g. if you are a minor or an elite athlete or in cases of hardship. You can find information on special applications here.