Culture and History Faculty-Led

Explore dynamic socioeconomics and culture of the rapidly changing continent of Africa. This culture and history faculty-led program investigates the key similarities and differences between how different African cultures express themselves in terms of leadership, religious beliefs, arts, decision-making and communication. It also allows students to be in a truly authentic environment and be totally immersed in African culture, history, customs and faith.

Students will have a better understanding of institutions, practices and relations that constitute public life and modes of inquiry that promote citizenship and community.

Wisdom is like a baobab tree; no one
individual can embrace it – Ugandan Proverb

Destinations:

Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Namibia and South Africa

Learning outcome

Examine the extent to which colonisation has had an impact on issues the country currently faces and how it still impacts modern-day life.
Examine and compare the key similarities and differences of local democratic practices with those of their home country.
Reflect on the nature of collective cultures and the principles of Ubuntu.
Look at Africa’s future in an increasingly globalized world.
Discuss the local food, faith, culture and its history.
Exhibit intercultural competence through interaction with people from all parts of local society.
Examine poverty and how issues such as HIV/AIDS affects local communities and urban society as a whole.

Other fACULTY-Led programs

Social Science

Explore dynamic socioeconomics and politics of the rapidly changing continent of Africa.

Social Justice

This program traces the legacy of the apartheid system in South Africa, pointing out social and economic policies and the ramifications relating to the well-being of its population.

Healthcare

This program allows students to explore contemporary issues and cross-cultural definitions of health.

Business & Entrepreneurship

This program places a special emphasis on gaining an understanding of global businesses and entrepreneurship.