The course focuses on basic concepts and theories in refugeeism; historical and contemporary perspectives of refugee situation in and outside Africa; implications of refugee situation to the individual refuge, the host community/country and the country of origin. It also covers refugee-host relationships; health and livelihoods of refuges; refugee governance; the durable solutions to refugee problems and humanitarian support to refugees and the role of agencies in solving refugee crises.

Objective: The main objective of this course is to introduce students to basic concepts and perspectives in refugee studies

Mode of Delivery: The main mode of delivery will be lectures but students could be sent to the nearest refugee camp to interact/interview refugees and make group presentations in class.