Master in African Studies

Universidade Nova de Lisboa offers a Master's degree in African Studies in Lisbon. This programme encourages students to look beyond negative portrayals of Africa. It explores the continent's creative potential for new employment and economic growth. The course also focuses on offering alternative opportunities to young people.

A central theme is peace, justice, and strong institutions. Students will study state formation processes in Africa. They will compare evidence on how states consolidate or disintegrate. The programme links socio-economic rights to mitigating authoritarianism and coup d’etats. It addresses poverty, hunger, climate change vulnerability, and lack of opportunities.

The course touches upon most of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It examines political rights beyond just voting. This is important for sustaining democratization trends. The programme is based at the Campus de Campolide. The university can be reached at +351 213 715 600.

Universidade Nova de Lisboa, also known as NOVA, is located in Portugal. It is a public university. NOVA offers a Pre-University Programme called SUPERNOVA. This programme is designed for international students. It helps them prepare for higher education in Europe. The programme provides academic skills for bachelor's degrees. It also offers access to NOVA or its partner universities.

The university is known for its global and civic mission. It aims to serve society through excellent teaching and research. NOVA is committed to a strong sense of community. It respects human rights and values honesty and integrity. The university also emphasizes public service and inclusion. NOVA is part of the EUTOPIA alliance. This alliance connects ten European universities with shared values.