MA Cultural Studies and Intensive Language (African Languages)

Course Overview This MA Cultural Studies programme provides a deep theoretical foundation in the field while critically examining its application beyond the Western world. The course explores how core concepts like power, identity, and representation are challenged and redefined within the cultural contexts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Students will engage with a diverse range of critical theories to understand and adapt Cultural Studies to different global perspectives. Key Program Highlights Grounding in foundational and contemporary theories, from Marxism to Post-Modernism Critical examination of Western concepts through non-Western perspectives Focus on the cross-cultural contexts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East Exploration of key themes like identity, race, nation, and memory Commitment to adapting Cultural Studies to plural cultural histories