Bachelor of Arts - Africana Studies

African Studies at Hofstra University introduces students to the study of African societies, languages and cultures. This undergraduate program offers a broad spectrum of courses in the humanities, social sciences, and the natural sciences. Hofstra currently offers a B.A. and a minor in African Studies.

Why focus on African Studies? The continent is the cradle of mankind, and peoples of African descent currently play a vital role in every part of the world. Africa has not only the largest number of spoken languages but also a disproportionate quantity of the world’s raw materials. Its flora, fauna and mineral resources are fueling the economies of the developing world.