African Studies (master's programme)
What is it about?
On the master's programme in African Studies, you will focus on researching and analysing African societies, particularly their history, languages and literatures.
In this two-year master's programme, you can choose from three areas: African Linguistics, African Literature and African History and Societies. The degree programme offers you numerous opportunities to work in an interdisciplinary manner. Topics of interest include sociolinguistics, diaspora studies, gender, colonial history, Afriphone literature, racism studies, urban studies, Pan-Africanism, popular culture and post-colonialism.
- Basic Module (28 ECTS)
- Alternative Group of Compulsory Modules Specialisation: African Studies (58 ECTS)
- SAS A Intermediate Module: Topics and Approaches (30 ECTS)
- SAS B Advanced Module: In-Depth Study and Research (28 ECTS)
- Alternative Group of Compulsory Modules Specialisation: African Literatures (58 ECTS)
- SAL A Intermediate Module: Topics and Approaches (30 ECTS)
- SAL B Advanced Module: In-Depth Study and Research (28 ECTS)
- Alternative Group of Compulsory Modules Specialisation: African History and Societies (58 ECTS)
Is this programme right for me?
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First-hand info
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Facts and figures
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52 studentsin totalThere were 3 graduates in the past academic year. Info about the calculationData updated November 2025
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Appropriate 3.2level of difficulty of the degree programmeThis is how graduates rate their degree programmes. You can find the results in the Graduation Survey.Data updated 2025
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€ 3,647average gross monthly income 3 years after graduationWhat career paths are available after graduation? Answers in the Graduate Tracking.Data updated 2025
What can you expect after your studies?
Continue studying or start your career straight away? After completing your masters programme, all paths are open to you. Whether you decide to pursue a doctoral/PhD degree or take the plunge into the world of work, the possibilities are endless. The following overview shows you what options you have and where you can find the right support.
Your perspectives
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Research and Teaching
You want to continue researching exciting topics and perhaps take up a teaching position at the University of Vienna? You can find all the information you need about the requirements and your options at the Center for Doctoral Studies.
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Your entry into working life
When starting your career, many questions arise. The Career Center of the University of Vienna supports you with individual advice, webinars and workshops. Gain insights into different career profiles at career events and connect with potential employers.
Career profiles
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Which careers are possible after this degree?
Mit diesem Studium qualifizieren Sie sich für vielfältige Tätigkeitsfelder. Dazu zählen beispielsweise:
- Lehre und Forschung an Universitäten
- Öffentlichkeitsarbeit und Verlagswesen
- humanitäre Arbeit im staatlichen oder nichtstaatlichen Bereich
- internationale Gremien
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