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African Languages And Literature

University of Wisconsin Madison
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 1,623 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,623 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree MA
Delivery On-campus
Location Madison, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The African Languages And Literature at University of Wisconsin Madison is a MA programme in Humanities, 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 Languages And Literature 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

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 7
  4. Tuition: USD 1,623 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,623 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  5. Location: Madison, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the African Languages And Literature programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Theory of African Literature
  2. Structure and Analysis of African Languages
  3. Methods of Teaching African Languages
  4. African 702: African Verbal Stylistics

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Submit application online
  • Application materials include official transcripts or academic records from each institution you attended, statement of purpose, and letters of recommendation. Additional application materials, which vary by program, may include: test scores (GRE and TOEFL/IELTS/MELAB), portfolios, tapes, CDs, and publications.

International students

  • Proof of funding: Proof of funding is requested and verified by the Graduate School. Funding sources may be the program, applicant, government, employer, individual, or a combination of these.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 1,623 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,623 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 1,623 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,623 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Wisconsin Madison 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 University of Wisconsin Madison

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University of Wisconsin Madison

Madison, United States

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  • Language English