Sociology of Africa in DRC Course
This course delves into the sociology of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) by examining its history, conflicts, gender dynamics, youth issues, religion, urbanisation, and resource politics. Participants will gain essential research skills to analyse power structures, institutions, and daily life, enabling them to produce evidence-based reports suitable for academic and policy contexts in African studies. Ideal for humanities professionals interested in African societies.

flexible workload of 4 to 360h
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What will I learn?
Gain a focused introduction to DRC's history, politics, and social frameworks through core sociological theories and practical research methods. Master analysis of conflicts, urban growth, gender roles, youth movements, religion, and resource governance; assess varied data sources; plan ethical studies; and craft concise, evidence-driven reports for academic and policy audiences.
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Develop skills
- Analyze power structures in DRC by connecting history, conflict, and daily governance.
- Apply African sociological theories to actual DRC cases in a short study.
- Design ethical research focused on DRC using mixed methods and secondary data.
- Critically assess DRC data sources for bias, reliability, and cross-verified evidence.
- Write clear briefs on DRC social issues for diverse academic and policy audiences.
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