Program Overview
The African American Studies at Boston University is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the African American Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 50,980 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 50,980 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Boston, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the African American Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- African American History
- History of Racial Thought\xa0or
- Seminar: Ethnic, Race, and Minority Relations
- Six additional courses in African American Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Transcripts
- Three recommendations
- Official GRE General Test score report
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal statement/statement of purpose
- Writing Sample
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 50,980 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 50,980 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 50,980 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 50,980 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Boston University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Boston University
Boston University
Boston, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-27
- Language English
- Duration 12 months