BA/BS in African American Studies

African American Studies at the University of Florida leads to a Bachelor of Arts through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The program examines the African American experience using creative cultural approaches to teaching. The major is interdisciplinary, drawing on fields such as anthropology, history, political science, psychology, sociology and religion, and it includes courses on relations between the United States and Canada, the Caribbean and Africa. Students build skills in analysis, writing, research and communication and are helped to find internships, research opportunities and study abroad. Graduates pursue careers in areas including media, education, nonprofit work, government, law and health, or continue to graduate study. The degree requires 120 credits. Prospective applicants should consult the catalog entry for the full course list, critical-tracking milestones and any minors or certificates that pair well with the major, and speak with an advisor early to plan the sequence of courses.