HIS 35
History of Africa · 3 credits · Spring 2027
Requirements
Prerequisites: CUNY English proficiency; or ENG 100 or 110 (if required)
About this course
This is an introductory survey of the history of Africa from the pre-colonial period to the post-independence era. Through a multidisciplinary approach, the course will cover some of the major themes in African history including pre-colonial social and political hierarchies, state formation, internal and external trade, the slave trade and slavery, Imperialism, nationalism and liberation struggles, and post-independence, contemporary issues. Throughout the course attention will be drawn to the diversity of the African experience as well as the political, social and economic interactions between Africa and the global community.
Seat status as of Oct 2, 7:28 PM ET. Seats can change between refreshes.