POL 362 - African Politics

An advanced seminar in African politics. Students will learn about the diverse sociopolitical systems and institutions found within Africa. Topics of study will include African political institutions, democratic and authoritarian regimes, Islamic fundamentalism, religious conflict, colonization, military rule, leftist regimes, rightist regimes, poverty, genocide, and civil wars. Countries studied will include South Africa, Sudan, South Sudan, Rwanda, Nigeria, Somalia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. When Offered: Even Spring.

Hours: 3