HIST 380 - Contemporary Africa

3 hours

This course analyzes the history of Africa from the early 1960’s when the majority of African countries became “independent” to the present. Topics include the legacy of colonial rule, neo-colonialism, identity crises and civil wars, public health, the place of Africa in the new international order, the transition toward democracy, and the impact of globalization.

This course may be applied to the African history concentration.

Listed also as BWS 380 .

Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101

This course will satisfy the core area requirement in history.

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HIST 380 - Contemporary Africa