HST 339 - Africa and the Wider World

Credit Hours: 3
This course traces the history of Africa from the slave trade to independence. The course is thematically organized to capture developments across the different regions in the continent; and offers critical insights into the place of Africa in world history, especially in relations to and with global developments. As a survey course, the course offers insights into the different regions, paying particular attention to cultural, economic and political changes. Identical with AAS 339. Cannot receive credit for both HST 339 and AAS 339.

Recommended Prerequisite: HST 103 or HST 104 or HST 121 or AAS 100.

Lecture contact hours: 3

Typically offered: Demand