The MSc in African Studies is a three-term course, designed both as a stand-alone interdisciplinary introduction to current debates about Africa, and as a preparation for doctoral research on Africa. This advanced degree course provides an excellent foundation for those who wish to expand their knowledge of African studies.
MSc in African Studies at University of Oxford
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MSc in African Studies at University of Oxford
The MSc in African Studies at University of Oxford is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Oxford, United Kingdom. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 9 months. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. Tuition fees are USD 51,193 / year(s), and the next available intake starts on October 5, 2026.
About MSc in African Studies
Disciplines
Oxford School of Global and Area Studies
Requirements and Admission Criteria for MSc in African Studies at University of Oxford
Entry Requirements
If your graduate course at Oxford requires a master's degree in the UK system, you will usually need a master’s degree (Majister) with an overall grade corresponding to the following:
- 50% (‘C’) for a passing grade in the UK system
- 80% (‘B’) for a merit grade in the UK system
- 90% (‘A’) for a distinction grade in the UK system.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7.5
- TOEFLMin 110
English Program Requirements
English language proficiency
This course requires proficiency in English at the University's higher level. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence that you meet this requirement. The minimum scores required to meet the University's higher level are detailed in the table below.
| Minimum overall score | Minimum score per component | |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic (Institution code: 0713) | 7.5 | 7.0 |
TOEFL iBT, including the 'Home Edition' (Institution code: 0490) | 110 | Listening: 22 Reading: 24 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24 |
| C1 Advanced* | 191 | 185 |
| C2 Proficiency†| 191 | 185 |
*Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English or Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
†Previously known as the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Your test must have been taken no more than two years before the start date of your course. Our Application Guide provides further information about the English language test requirement.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
51,193 / year(s)
MSc in African Studies at University of Oxford
University of Oxford
United Kingdom, Oxford