Decolonization in Africa Course
This course examines African decolonization, covering colonial rule, independence movements, key leaders, and Cold War influences. Students develop research skills using archives and sources, learn to evaluate historiography, conduct comparative analyses, and write evidence-based papers of 2,500–3,500 words, ideal for history, politics, and humanities studies.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Gain a structured introduction to African decolonization, exploring colonial legacies, independence struggles, leaders, and global dynamics. Master archival research, source evaluation, comparative case studies, and writing a polished 2,500–3,500 word analysis.
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Develop skills
- Comparative analysis: design rigorous case studies on African decolonization.
- Archival research: work with colonial records, oral histories, and UN documents.
- Historiography skills: engage key debates on nationalism, violence, and elites.
- Political analysis: map parties, leaders, and strategies in independence struggles.
- Research writing: craft a 3,500-word, well-cited decolonization case study.
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