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African History

African environments, sources of history, pre-colonial societies, trade, colonialism, nationalism and decolonisation.

International Relations

States, non-state actors, diplomacy, international organizations, foreign policy and contemporary global affairs.

Research Methods

Historical sources, source criticism, archival research, oral history, research design and interpretation.

Peace & Security Studies

Conflict, peacebuilding, mediation, security studies, regional organizations and African peace processes.

Academic Writing

Essays, arguments, referencing, academic integrity, literature reviews and scholarly communication.

Study Skills

Revision techniques, critical reading, note-taking, examination preparation and university learning strategies.

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