PostgraduateMA

African Studies and Intensive Swahili

Name: African Studies and Intensive Swahili
Price: 25320 GBP
Availability: InStock

SOAS University of London

London, England

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2 yearsDuration

£12,965Per Year (Intl)

£28,000Avg. Graduate Salary

N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by SOAS University of London, the MA African Studies and Intensive Swahili provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in languages and area studies. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. The MA in African Studies provides an unrivalled programme of advanced modules on Africa; one of the world’s most fascinating and challenging regions. The opportunity for interdisciplinary study of the continent is a particular advantage of the degree. Our former students have chosen to study Africa at this level for a wide range of reasons. International tuition fees are £12,965 per year, home/UK fees are £25,320 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, and a 96% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Contemporary African Politics and Governance

African Economic Development and Political Economy

History and Cultural Dynamics of Sub-Saharan Africa

Advanced Swahili Language and Linguistics

Swahili Literature and Cultural Texts

Research Methods in African Studies

Regional Studies: East Africa and the Indian Ocean

Dissertation in African Studies

Academic Year:2026-27 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£12,965

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£25,930

Home Student Fee

£25,320

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

£12,965 International: £25,320 These fees are per year for students attending full time

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — SOAS University of London

Time After Graduation	Lower Quartile Salary	Median Salary	Upper Quartile Salary
15 months	£26,000	£28,000	£31,000
3 years	£18,500	£24,000	£30,500
5 years	£22,000	£29,000	£36,000

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH19-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working

5%Work & Study

15%Seeking Work

70%Professional Jobs

Official Data

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