Africa: the legacy of colonisation

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In London

£ 109 VAT inc.

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    Course

  • Location

    London

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    Different dates available

An introduction to colonialism, on this interactive lecture-based course, we will cover: the imposition of colonialism, focusing on the Scramble for Africa and the main legacies of colonialism, a modernizing force or brutal exploitation that had devastating consequences for African development?

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London
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Keeley Street, Covent Garden, WC2B 4BA

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About this course

- Identify aspects of the impact of colonialism on contemporary Africa
- Contribute to discussions on the concept of 'Africa`s underdevelopment by Europe`.

No additional costs.
However, a pen and paper will be useful any note-taking you should like to do during the course.

Lectures, question and answer, (presentation may also include short video clips) and some handouts for discussion.

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Course programme

- The impact of colonialism: slavery and its effects on African development
- Focus on the use of nationalism to unite diverse post-colonial states
- The economic effects of colonialism – Africa as a producer of primary products
- Current attempts to attract foreign investment in the minerals, telecommunications and tourism sectors: is this
Africa’s chance to throw off the negative consequences of colonialism?

Additional information

Please see the City Lit website: for further courses in the contemporary history and politics section. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further details

Africa: the legacy of colonisation

£ 109 VAT inc.