The Bachelor of Arts in African Studies at The Pennsylvania State University, College of the Liberal Arts, is a multidisciplinary undergraduate program focusing on the diverse aspects of the African continent. The curriculum includes Africa in World History, Africa's role in the global political economy, international relations, international development, peace studies, cultural, racial, religious diversities, and contemporary African issues. Students build research and analytical skills through historical, cultural, geographical, economic, and political approaches. The program prepares graduates for careers in law, international business, public policy, academia, and more, as well as for postgraduate studies. Students may participate in study-abroad opportunities in African countries and benefit from out-of-classroom experiences such as internships with organizations like the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation and the U.S. Agency for International Development.