Opportunities
Courses and Programs

Northeastern University demonstrates its commitment to offering diverse and comprehensive educational experiences related to Africa through its wide range of courses and programs.
For more detailed information, you can explore Northeastern’s course catalog and departmental websites.
Global Co-op
Northeastern University is a leader in experiential education, particularly in co-ops. Co-ops are designed to enhance a student’s career portfolio and prepare them to effectively lead and conduct business across communities worldwide.
Students can diversify their networks in over 145 countries, including more than 22 African countries. They also gain firsthand experience working in different cultural contexts and on meaningful projects that address real-world challenges, all of which contribute to their professional growth and global understanding.

Dialogue of Civilizations
Dialogue Of Civilizations are faculty-led study abroad programs offered during the summer that focus on critical issues facing students and their peers at both the local and global levels.
Flexible Scheduling: Choose between Summer 1 (May-June) or Summer 2 (July-August).
Intensive Programs: Each program lasts 4-6 weeks, offering 8 credit hours (2 courses).
Structured Itinerary: Enjoy a daily schedule filled with classes, events, and planned excursions.
Local Connections: Gain valuable insights through connections with local industries, cultural sites, and faculty members.
Northeastern Courses: All courses are taught by Northeastern professors, ensuring a seamless transfer of credits without worrying about course equivalencies.
Cultural Immersion: Experience a new culture alongside 10-30 other Northeastern students.
Major or Minor Specific: Most programs are tailored to specific majors or minors, aligning with your academic goals.
Students can engage in DOC in African Countries. You can use this filter on this page to access the programs offered this year on the African continent.
Study Abroad
Northeastern offers traditional semester or year-long study abroad programs hosted at partner universities around the world. Students take courses that count toward their degree while experiencing life in a different country. This experience enables students to enhance their education, develop a global mindset, and prepare for successful careers in an interconnected world. There are several traditional study abroad programs available across African nations.
