Study Literature in Africa
6 programmes in literature at 2 universities in Africa are open to international students; 100% are taught in English.
Data as of August 28, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD
Literature programmes
6 programmes
| Programme | University | Country | Degree | Tuition / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master in African Literature | University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg | South Africa | Master's | 3,157 USD |
| Bachelor in African Literature | University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg | South Africa | Bachelor's | 4,403 USD |
| Bachelor in Portuguese studies | University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg | South Africa | Bachelor's | 4,403 USD |
| Bachelor in French Language and Literature | University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg | South Africa | Bachelor's | 4,403 USD |
| Master in Literature | University of Nairobi | Kenya | Master's | — |
| PhD in Literature | University of Nairobi | Kenya | PhD | — |
Literature in Africa by degree level
| Degree | Programmes | 25th percentile | Median tuition / yr | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 3 | — | — | — |
| Master's | 2 | — | — | — |
| PhD | 1 | — | — | — |
Tuition figures use the yearly price each university publishes for international students, converted to USD; medians only publish where at least 5 priced programmes exist.
Specialisations within literature
Literature 4 Language and Literature 2
Universities for literature in Africa
Study Literature in Africa: common questions
- How many literature programmes are there in Africa?
- 6 literature programmes at 2 universities in Africa are open to international students, as of August 28, 2026.
- Can I study literature in Africa in English?
- Yes — 100% of the literature programmes in Africa in our catalogue are taught in English (6 of 6).
Planning to study literature in Africa?
An advisor who knows admissions in Africa can shortlist literature programmes for your budget and profile.