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African Civilizations

School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (School) Undergraduate

Academic Level

Undergraduate

Course Title

African Civilizations

Description

This is a survey course of several major African Civilizations. Civilizations chosen may vary by instructor but will normally include the classic cultures of Nubia, Kemet, Ghana, Mali, Songhai, Monomotapa, Yoruba, Asante, and Zulu. The period covered is from antiquity to the 19th century. Focus is on the cosmology, worldview, and culture of Africans and the impact of cross- cultural contacts. The course will also include a cursory look at colonial and post-colonial Africa. CORE: SIT.

3

Repeatable for Additional Credit

No

Prerequisites and Corerequisites

General Education Foundational Course Categories: Intellectual & Practical Skills

Societies & Institutions Over Time (SIT)

This course is an approved AA/AS elective

Yes

This course is an approved AAS elective

Yes

Honors Section Available

No