The Emergence of Modern Africa Before 1880

0.5 credits · Undergraduate

A survey of the continent's history from earliest pre-colonial times to the eve of European colonial conquest, focusing on diversity and change in African societies. Themes include the development of pre-colonial technology and trade, state formation, and Africa's incorporation in the growing world economy. Prerequisite: 3.0 university credits or permission of the chair. Equivalent to IDST 2401H.