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Creative Arts and Africa and Black Diaspora (including Year Abroad) - BA (Hons)

SOAS University of London

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

The BA Creative Arts and Africa and Black Diaspora programme offers a unique opportunity to integrate critical and theoretical perspectives on the arts and cultural industries with a dedicated focus on Africa, the African Diaspora, and Black studies. This combined honours degree adopts an interdisciplinary approach across art history, music, film, and media while providing a solid foundation in a complementary discipline. As the only programme of its kind in the UK, it combines historical, theoretical, and practical training from world-renowned experts and leverages close industry partnerships. The curriculum emphasises professional skills tailored to industry demands, preparing students for diverse careers in arts management, cultural diplomacy, heritage organisations, consultancy, entrepreneurship, journalism, and the music industry. The Africa and Black Diaspora programme stands out for its comprehensive focus on Africa and its global diaspora, offering in-depth insights into both historical and contemporary issues. Its trans-regional approach connects Africa with the Black Atlantic, Black Pacific, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean, exploring the dynamic influence and exchange across these diasporic communities. Students gain a strong intellectual foundation, enabling them to critically engage with Africa’s role on the global stage and deepen their understanding of the continent’s historical and contemporary issues. In the first year, students are introduced to the arts, music, and cultural industries of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Over the second and third years, they build on their critical theory and research skills, culminating their studies with a self-designed Capstone Project.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 23,780per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

SOAS University of London

  • University League Table

    62nd

  • Campus address

    SOAS, University of London, 10 Thornhaugh Street, Russell Square, Camden, Greater London, WC1H 0XG, United Kingdom

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SOAS is a place for those who want to expand their horizons, develop a deeper understanding of the world, and re-examine their preconceptions.
Building on values of social justice and equality, students are encouraged to challenge conventional views and to think globally.
SOAS is one of the UK's most international universities, with around half of SOAS students coming from outside the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    History

    32nd out of 90

  • Entry standards

    / Max 204
    130 64%

    37th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    71.0 71%

    34th

    29

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    85th

    3

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