MPhil in African Studies
University of Cambridge · Cambridge, United Kingdom
About this programme
The MPhil in African Studies offers a taught course with a substantial research component and provides an excellent foundation for students wanting to develop their knowledge of Africa. It is designed for students who wish to enhance their historical and contemporary understanding of Africa’s societies, politics, economics, and cultures, as well as for those who wish to apply for advanced research degrees. The degree thus offers a highly regarded postgraduate qualification relevant to a wide range of professional careers, as well as intensive research and language training for students plannin
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 9 months
- Tuition
- £37,176 / year
- English
- IELTS 7.5 · TOEFL iBT 110
- Study mode
- Full-time
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (28)
- Beit Trust Postgraduate ScholarshipsFully funded
- Jardine Foundation Scholarship (Jardine Oxford & Cambridge Schemes)Fully funded
- Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at CambridgeFully funded
- Gates Cambridge ScholarshipFully funded
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Beit Cambridge ScholarshipFully funded
- Bhutan King's Scholarship at the University of CambridgeFully funded