# 2026-2027 Course Catalog

**Source**: https://catalog.illinois.edu/undergraduate/las/minors/sub-saharan-african-languages/
**Parent**: https://catalog.illinois.edu/degree-programs/undergraduate_index/

*for the Undergraduate Minor in Sub-Saharan African Languages*

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The minor in Sub-Saharan African Languages is designed for students who are interested in developing proficiency in any one of the languages for which there is faculty expertise, and to develop their understanding of the region, as a complement to their disciplinary major. Available African Languages include: Bamana, Lingala, Swahili, Wolof and Zulu. Completion of the minor requires at least 18 hours.

*for the Undergraduate Minor in Sub-Saharan African Languages*

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Course List

     | Code | Title | Hours |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Language | | 6 |
| Advanced African Language courses beyond the second year courses chosen in consultation with the minor advisor. Only one African Language can be chosen to fulfill this requirement. | |  |
| African Linguistics | | 6 |
| 3 hours: Introductory course chosen from the following: | |  |
| [LING 100](https://catalog.illinois.edu/search/?P=LING%20100 "LING 100") | Intro to Language Science |  |
| [LING 400](https://catalog.illinois.edu/search/?P=LING%20400 "LING 400") | Intro to Linguistic Structure |  |
| 3 hours: 300 or 400-level course chosen from the following: | |  |
| [LING 412](https://catalog.illinois.edu/search/?P=LING%20412 "LING 412") | Lang in African Culture & Soc |  |
| A similar course at the 300- or 400-level approved by the advisor | |  |
| African Studies | | 6 |
| Courses must be selected in consultation with the advisor. | |  |
| One course chosen from the list of approved introductory courses; and | |  |
| One course chosen from the list of approved courses at the 300 or 400-level. | |  |
| Note that many courses on the list require a prerequisite such as [AFST 222](https://catalog.illinois.edu/search/?P=AFST%20222 "AFST 222") or HIST 110. | |  |
| Total Hours | | 18 |

*for the Undergraduate Minor in Sub-Saharan African Languages*

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1. Students will demonstrate linguistic proficiency and cultural understanding in the target language and be able to communicate effectively in diverse settings.
2. Students will be able to apply their political, social, historical, and cultural knowledge to contribute to evolving perspectives and ideas about Sub-Saharan Africa.
3. Students will gain communicative competencies that provide rewarding opportunities, including  meaningful employment or post-graduate study.

*for the Undergraduate Minor in Sub-Saharan African Languages*

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