Centre for African Studies

Description

The Centre for African Studies at the University of Leeds (LUCAS) is an interdisciplinary Centre, bringing together academics based in different Schools and Faculties of the University of Leeds. LUCAS members have an active research interest in the study of a wide range of issues relating to Africa, such as creative arts, culture, literature, history, religion, media, politics, development, environment, agriculture, health, gender, and sexuality. Exploring these fields, they utilise a variety of methodological and theoretical perspectives. Much of this research is characterised by a significant level of inter- and transdisciplinarity, as well as by innovative ways of achieving societal impact. Thus, LUCAS members not only make critical contributions to African Studies, but also work with colleagues and partners on the continent to make a difference in local communities and societies.

Offers funding

No, this infrastructure does not provide funding.

Founding year

1964

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University of Leeds
Leeds

Partner Infrastructures

Yorkshire African Studies Network (YASN)

African studies in Yorkshire has a proud tradition and a vibrant present. Africanists in Yorkshire's universities are carrying out an exciting range of world-class research in a wide range of discipli… read more about Yorkshire African Studies Network (YASN)

Leeds